Urgent Search for 17-Year-Old Michel Vega-Perez – Manchester, New Jersey

A teen disappears in the early morning hours

Missing person in New Jersey.  17-year-old Michel Vega-Perez vanished shortly after 1:00 a.m. on November 30, 2025, in the area of Amsterdam Avenue in Manchester, New Jersey. Her sudden disappearance has left her family terrified and police deeply concerned. Because every hour matters, investigators are urging the public to stay alert and share her information widely.

Michel was last seen wearing a black jacket and black pants. Police believe she may have traveled toward Franklin Township in Somerset County, but no confirmed sightings have been reported so far. As the hours pass, the urgency of this case increases.

Who is Michel Vega-Perez

Michel is known to her family as a caring, bright, and artistic young woman. She loves music, enjoys drawing, and often spends her free time reading. Her disappearance has created a painful silence in her home, replacing normal laughter and conversation with fear and confusion.

Her mother described her as responsible and thoughtful. “She always checks in,” she said. “This is not like her. We just want her safe.” Those who know Michel continue to hope for her quick return, but the lack of updates has intensified their worry.

Last known moments

Michel was seen for the last time near Amsterdam Avenue just after midnight. She wore black clothing, and investigators are unsure if she left the area on foot or was picked up by someone. Police have already followed several leads, reviewed available surveillance footage, and canvassed nearby neighborhoods.

Despite these efforts, her location remains unknown.

Authorities are focusing on two areas:

• Manchester — where she was last seen

• Franklin Township — where she may have traveled

Both areas have been searched, but more eyes are needed.

Growing urgency in the investigation

Missing teen cases require quick, coordinated responses. Police have stressed that the longer a child is missing, the more crucial community awareness becomes. Even small details — a sighting at a gas station, an overheard conversation, a passing glance at a bus stop — can break a case open.

Additionally, teenagers often rely on friends for help, so investigators are asking peers to come forward with any information, even if it seems minor. Silence slows the search.

The family’s emotional plea

Michel’s family waits anxiously for any news.

Her sister keeps checking Michel’s room, hoping to find a clue she may have missed. Her father has been driving through Manchester and Franklin Township, retracing familiar routes. The family’s message is simple and heartbreaking:

“Michel, please come home. We love you. We are waiting.”

They ask the public to stay alert and share her photo far beyond New Jersey.

Why community action matters

Thousands of missing teens are found because someone recognized them in public. Sharing Michel’s picture increases the chances of reaching the right person at the right moment.

Your share may reach:

• A bus passenger

• A driver at a traffic light

• A clerk at a store

• Someone scrolling on their phone

You may be the one who sees her first.

How to help right now

If you see Michel or know anything about her location, act immediately. Do not wait. Do not assume someone else will call.

Contact:
911
Manchester Police Department: 732-657-6111

Share her description:

• 17 years old

• Black jacket

• Black pants

• May be in Franklin Township

Hope remains strong in Manchester

Neighbors continue to post flyers. Police continue to follow leads. Friends continue to spread her information online. Manchester refuses to give up, and neither will Franklin Township.

Please share her story. Help keep her name visible.