Arkansas girl last seen in water off beach in Destin, Florida

  • Police say the girl went missing Thursday night
  • She is reportedly from Arkansas
  • If you have any information, you should call 911

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(NewsNation) — A 10-year-old Arkansas girl has been missing since Thursday in Destin, Florida, according to police.

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook about Trinity Eslinger, saying she was last seen around 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Officials say she was last seen in the water between Osteen Beach and Norriego Point.

Missing 10-Year Old Swimmer in Destin
Missing 10-year-old in Destin, Florida. (Credit: Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office )

KATV confirmed that Eslinger is from Arkansas. Police said they are actively searching for her, and her family is in their “thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

Officials are requesting that anyone with information call 911 or OCSO at 850-651-7400.

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