Toronto Police are actively searching for 14-year-old Esther, also known as Esti, who has been missing since late Friday evening (May 15, 2026).
She was last seen around 11:30 p.m. near a community centre in the Earl Bales Park area at Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West in North York. She was heading in a northeasterly direction.
Description:
- Age: 14
- Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
- Build: MediumHair: Brown
- Last seen wearing: Grey sweatpants, green shirt, no shoes
Police have set up a command post and are using drones, a marine unit, mounted officers, and ground search teams due to the large wooded park and the nearby West Don River. The Jewish community has mobilized volunteers, including Shomrim and Misaskim, to assist in the search.
How to Help:
- Toronto Police: 416-808-3200 or 416-808-2222
- Emergency: 911
- Crime Stoppers (anonymous): 416-222-TIPS (8477) or www.222tips.com
- Shomrim: 647-557-6735
- Command Centre: 4256 Bathurst St.
Police say they are concerned for her safety. No evidence of foul play has been mentioned, but the search is being treated seriously as it enters its third day.
Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities immediately.
This is a developing story.
