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UPDATE: Ceres Community Rallies to Aid in Safe Recovery of Missing At-Risk Teen Last Seen in Modesto

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Published on January 21, 2026
UPDATE: Ceres Community Rallies to Aid in Safe Recovery of Missing At-Risk Teen Last Seen in ModestoSource: Facebook/Ceres Police Department

The Ceres community breathed a sigh of relief as local efforts proved successful in locating the missing at-risk teenager, Elizjha Casteel. The Ceres Police Department extended their gratitude to the public through a social media update for the crucial role they played in finding Elizjha safe. The circumstances of his disappearance and the details of his recovery remain undisclosed.

Prior to this resolution, the teenager had last been seen in Modesto, sparking a search that engaged both authorities and the Ceres community alike. In a statement obtained by Hoodline, Elizjha was described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 175 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. His last known outfit included a grey sweater and sweatpants of an unknown color.

Local residents were urged to remain vigilant and contact the Ceres Police at 209-538-5712 with any information that could have facilitated his safe return.