Police have confirmed the final missing girl from Camp Mystic has been found

Authorities in Texas have confirmed the recovery of the last of the 27 girls who went missing from Camp Mystic during the devastating floods. The child was found in a wooded area about 800 meters from her home, accessible only after floodwaters receded. The location had been searched earlier, but unstable ground and debris hindered access.

Responders described finding her “lying peacefully,” with no visible signs of struggle. She was the youngest of the missing, and the discovery deeply affected rescuers and volunteers, many of whom had met her family during the search.

Following the announcement, the community gathered near the trail where she was found, leaving flowers, candles, and messages. Friends, neighbors, and classmates stood together in silence, mourning the girl who was “almost home.”

Her family issued a brief statement thanking those who helped, asking for privacy, and remembering the joy she brought to their lives.

Authorities continue investigating the circumstances behind the disappearance of the 27 girls, exploring environmental and structural factors. Detectives say the final recovery helps complete the timeline of events during the storm.

The floods claimed at least 70 lives, including 21 children from Camp Mystic. Among the victims were Sarah Marsh, 12; best friends Eloise Peck, 8, and Lila Bonner, 9; Renee Smajstrla, 8; Janie Hunt, 9; and sisters Blair, 13, and Brooke Harber, 11.

Families of the victims have shared tributes, describing the girls as joyful, loving, and full of life. Many have requested privacy as they grieve and pray for others still missing.