LOMPOC, Calif. (Scripps News San Luis Obispo) — The mother of a missing 9-year-old girl from Vandenberg Village made her second court appearance on Wednesday in connection with the false imprisonment case against her.

Ashlee Buzzard appears in court during a hearing on Nov. 19, 2025. (Scripps News San Luis Obispo)

Authorities say the felony charge is unrelated to the disappearance of Buzzard’s daughter, Melodee .

Investigators have been searching for the girl since Oct. 14, when school officials reported Melodee’s prolonged absence.

Buzzard has been uncooperative with that investigation, authorities say, adding that the mother has not provided any information about her daughter’s whereabouts.

Wednesday morning’s court appearance was quick, lasting less than one minute.

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