Public’s help sought in finding missing Hayward girl

Sophia Mason may be in the care of a parent, but family members haven’t had contact with them since December.

HAYWARD – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 8-year-old Hayward girl.

Sophia Mason’s relatives last saw her about four months ago, the Hayward Police Department said in an advisory. One of those relatives reported her missing Tuesday.

The girl may be in the care of a parent or guardian, but other family members have had no contact with them since December, police said. She is known to stay in Hayward and the Los Angeles area.

Sophia is considered to be “at-risk” due to her age, police said.

Anyone with information about the girl’s whereabouts can contact police at 510-293-7000.

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