The Chicago Police Department has issued a missing person alert for Marlene Rodriguez, a 17-year-old girl, last seen over a week ago. Rodriguez, described as a Hispanic female with a medium complexion, was reported missing from the area of the 5000 block of N. Winthrop. Standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing between 80-110 pounds, she has brown eyes and black hair.
Details provided by the Chicago Police Department indicate that Rodriguez's last contact was on September 25, 2025. The circumstances around her disappearance remain unclear, and local authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The case number associated with her disappearance is JJ428596, a detail that could be useful for those looking to help with the search.
Efforts to locate Marlene are ongoing, with the Area Three Special Victims Unit spearheading the investigation. The police are asking the public to keep an eye out and report any sightings or information that might assist in bringing Marlene home. Community members are reminded that even the smallest piece of information could be critical in a missing persons case.
The SVU has appealed to the public: "If you have any information, please contact Area Three SVU at 312-744-8266 or call 911." The sense of urgency is palpable, with days having turned into weeks since Marlene's family and friends last saw her. The community waits, hopes, and contributes in the ways they can—spreading flyers, sharing social media posts, and keeping the lookout—echoing the call to help bring Marlene Rodriguez back to safety.
