Galion police seek community’s help in search for missing teen

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Galion girl Cypress Zacharzuk-Smith, who was last seen wearing a dark gray hooded shirt and black shorts.

By Kathy Laird June 29, 2026 8:10 pm

Close-up of a person smiling in a car, with a nose hoop and silver hoop earrings visible. — SubmittedGalion Police Department

GALION, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—A 15-year-old girl has been reported missing.

Cypress Zacharzuk-Smith was last seen wearing a dark gray long-sleeved hooded shirt and black spandex shorts.

Anyone with information on Cypress is asked to contact the Galion Police Department at 419-468-9111.

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