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Sudbury police continue to investigate teen's disappearance 11 years later
Wednesday marks 11 years since Sudbury teen Meagan Pilon was reported missing and police are appealing to the public again for information.
Pilon was 15 years old when she was last seen Sept. 11, 2013, in the New Sudbury area.
An undated photo of Meagan Pilon, whom went missing from Greater Sudbury in September 2013. (Greater Sudbury Police Service)
Her father reported her missing when she failed to return home.
"Detectives have followed up on numerous leads and have interviewed several witnesses," Greater Sudbury Police Service said in a news release Monday.
"We believe that someone may have important information that will help Investigators and we continue to appeal to the public for any information related to the investigation."
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At the time of her disappearance, she was described as five-foot-10, about 140 pounds with dark hair, hazel eyes and a small scar on her right upper lip.
In 2020, police released an age-enhanced composite sketch of what she may look like as an adult.
In 2020 the Ontario Provincial Police released an age-enhanced composite sketch of Meagan Pilon to aid in the search. (File)
"We remain committed to investigating the circumstances of the disappearance of Meagan Pilon and finding answers for her loved ones and the community," police said.
"Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Greater Sudbury Police Service at 705-675-9171 or Crime Stoppers 705-222-8477."
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