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$50,000 reward: Authorities give update 1 month after disappearance of 12-year-old Georgia girl
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Date: June 28, 2024
It's been one month since 12-year-old Maria Gomez-Perez went missing from her home in Gainesville. Despite extensive search efforts across several states, there has been no sign of her. The reward for her safe return remains at $50,000.
The Hall County Sheriff's Office remains committed to finding Maria and is grateful for the community's support. They continue to seek key information that will lead them to Maria.
If you have any information, please contact the Hall County Sheriff's Office at 770-536-8812 or send tips to intelrequest@hallcounty.org. Tips can remain anonymous.
Read MoreLeads on Maria Gomez-Perez have taken law enforcement to seven states, but no breakthroughs
![A $50K reward has been offered for the safe return of missing 12-year-old Maria Gomez-Perez.](/images/article-5.jpg)
Date: June 28, 2024
The search for 12-year-old Maria Gomez-Perez has led law enforcement officials to follow leads in seven different states. Despite the extensive efforts, there have been no significant breakthroughs in locating her.
Authorities remain vigilant and continue to ask for the community's help. The Hall County Sheriff's Office, along with other agencies, are dedicated to finding Maria and bringing her home safely.
If you have any information, please contact the Hall County Sheriff's Office at 770-536-8812 or send tips to intelrequest@hallcounty.org. Tips can remain anonymous.
Read MoreReward Increases, Investigators Field More Tips in Maria Gomez-Perez Case
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Date: June 19, 2024
The reward for the safe return of 12-year-old Maria Gomez-Perez of Gainesville is now $50,000, contributed by anonymous business and community members. Sheriff Gerald Couch appreciates the ongoing community support and hopes the increased reward will prompt someone with crucial information to come forward.
Investigators have received 142 tips, with some still under investigation. The Sheriff's office reminds the community that Maria's appearance may have changed and urges caution against conducting independent investigations.
If you have information, please call 770-503-3232 or email intelrequest@hallcounty.org. Tips can also be reported to 911 or Hall County 911/Central Communications at 770-536-8812. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
Read More‘Lovely, beautiful, friendly’: Classmate and teachers open up about Maria Gomez-Perez
![A prayer vigil is held Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Atlanta Road Church of Christ for Maria Gomez-Perez and family. The 12-year-old has been missing for two weeks. - photo by Scott Rogers](/images/article-1.jpg)
Date: June 13, 2024
The local community has been actively involved in search efforts to find Maria. Volunteers have been organizing search parties, and local businesses have been distributing flyers and offering support to Maria's family.
Read MoreReward increased to $30K for missing Gainesville 12-year-old girl
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Date: June 12, 2024
The Hall County Sheriff's Office has increased its search efforts and is urging anyone with information to come forward. The authorities have set up a dedicated hotline for tips and are working closely with the community to find Maria.
Read MoreHow Gainesville community collaboration led to several billboards for missing Maria Gomez-Perez
![billboard along Dawsonville Highway in Gainesville Wednesday, June 12, 2024, announces Maria Gomez-Perez as missing. There are five billboards in Gainesville of the missing girl. - photo by Scott Rogers](/images/article-3.jpg)
Date: June 12, 2024
A vigil was held at Maria's school, where friends, family, and community members gathered to pray for her safe return. The event aimed to raise awareness and show support for Maria's family during this difficult time.
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