Missing Person 

June 2, 2026 – Ventura County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on April 1, 2026, (04/01/2026), Genesis Balch was reported missing by family members in Thousand Oaks. At the time there was no known destination for Genesis, but she is believed to frequent East Los Angeles. Genesis has a history of drug abuse and suffers from depression.

Great-grandmother last received a voice mail from Genesis on April 19, 2026, (04/19/2026). No further contact has been made between Genesis to her family.

If located or contacted, please call Ventura County Sheriff’s Dispatch 805-654-9511.

Ventura County Crime Stoppers Hot Line: 1-800-222-TIPS (Se habla Espanol) Text: BUSTED plus message to CRIMES (274637) WebTips: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.com Mention Key Word: (Genesis Balch)
OR (Major Crimes Bureau – Det Hernandez 805-384-4729)

Subject Description:

Name: Genesis Gabriella Balch

DOB: 11/27/2008 (17-year-old)

Complexion: Light

Hair: Black

Eyes: Brown

Height: 5’7”

Weight: 120 lbs.

Tatoos: “XX” – inside left wrist
             “Angel” – left arm

Scars: numerous cuts on inside of left forearm

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Source: Ventura County Sheriff’s Office