Fifteen-year-old Alisa Petrov has been missing since April 21, leaving her family and community in deep distress. She was last seen late that night in Provo, Utah, where surveillance footage captured her exiting a Utah Transit Authority (UTA) train shortly before midnight. After that moment, Alisa seemed to vanish without a trace. There have been no confirmed sightings or communications since that night, intensifying the urgency of the search.
Authorities have classified Alisa as an endangered runaway, a term used when there is concern that the missing person could be in serious danger. Disturbingly, reports indicate she had been asking strangers for assistance in getting to Las Vegas, which has raised fears that she may have fallen into the hands of individuals with harmful intentions. Her family is devastated and doing everything they can to bring her home safely. They are offering a $20,000 reward for credible information that leads directly to her safe recovery.
Recent developments in the case have led to the arrest of two men believed to be connected to her disappearance. Matthew Nicholas Menard, a 35-year-old man from Miami, Florida, voluntarily turned himself in and is now facing grave charges, including aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor and enticing a minor. Meanwhile, 26-year-old Samuel Mitchell of Herriman, Utah, has also been taken into custody and is being charged with sexual exploitation of a minor. The nature of the charges has only deepened the concern for Alisa’s well-being, and both men remain in custody as investigations continue.
Despite these arrests, the most critical question remains unanswered—where is Alisa? Law enforcement has not confirmed her current whereabouts, and every hour that passes without contact brings more anxiety. The community has rallied in support, spreading awareness and urging anyone with information to come forward. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance suggest she may be in a vulnerable situation, possibly manipulated or controlled, and may be unable to ask for help directly.
If you have seen Alisa Petrov or have any information—no matter how small—that could lead to finding her, please contact local authorities at (801) 840-4000. Even the smallest detail could make a difference. It’s also important to remember that helping a runaway hide or withholding information can result in criminal charges. Alisa’s family continues to hold onto hope, and with the community’s help, they are determined to bring her home.
