Alisa Petrov, the 15-year-old Utah teenager who had been missing since April 21, 2025, has been found safe and in good health.
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She reportedly walked into a police station in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Sunday evening, identifying herself and appearing physically unharmed.
Authorities are still investigating how she traveled to Colorado and whether she was coerced or detained during her six-week absence (here).
Alisa Petrov Found
As previously mentioned, Alisa was last seen leaving a train platform in Provo, Utah, after planning to meet 35-year-old Matthew Nicholas Menard, with whom she had been in contact.
Investigators have allegedly yet to determine how she traveled to Colorado or whether she experienced any coercion during her time away. Her father, Nikolai Petrov, expressed relief and appreciation to law enforcement and supporters upon her safe return (here).
Alisa Petrov Utah
Authorities are now working to reunite Alisa with her family and continue investigating the circumstances of her disappearance. A more detailed statement is expected as authorities work on an official news release.
The circumstances surrounding Alisa’s disappearance remain largely unclear. Authorities have yet to disclose where Alisa spent the past six weeks or what led her to voluntarily come forward (here).
This case has garnered significant media attention, highlighting the intersection of personal grievances, social media, and real-world violence. The community continues to follow the story closely, awaiting updates on Alisa’s legal status and the outcome of the investigation.
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