Alert Issued for Missing 17-Year-Old Girl from Crete

An urgent alert has been issued by "The Smile of the Child" organization and authorities regarding the disappearance of a 17-year-old girl from Agia Varvara in Heraklion, Crete. Eleni F. was last seen on the afternoon of July 10, 2026. The organization was notified and decided to publicize her details on July 17, 2026, at the request of her family, due to concerns that her life may be at risk. Eleni is described as 1.60 meters tall, weighing 50 kilograms, with brown hair and blue-green eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a fuchsia strapless top, white shorts, and white athletic shoes. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could help locate Eleni. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact "The Smile of the Child" 24 hours a day via the European hotline for Missing Children at 116000, or to report to any police station in the country. Information can also be submitted through the Missing Alert app, which provides live updates on the case.