LOMPOC, Calfi. - Authorities in California are investigating the disappearance of a 9-year-old girl whose last verified contact was about a year ago.

School report triggers investigation

What we know:

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office said the investigation into the disappearance of Melodee Buzzard began Tuesday after a school administrator reported the girl’s prolonged absence.

Deputies unable to locate child

Dig deeper:

Deputies attempted to locate Melodee’s mother, Ashlee Buzzard, at their home in the 500 block of Mars Avenue, but the girl was not there. No clear explanation was provided for her whereabouts, according to the sheriff’s office.

Last verified contact a year ago

Detectives have not been able to confirm any recent sightings of Melodee. The last verified

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