Missing Georgia Girl Found Safe in Ohio After Extensive Search

12-year-old Maria Gomez-Perez located in Dover with 31-year-old man; community efforts praised

Maria Gomez-Perez was found safe in an Ohio mall after disappearing from her Georgia home in May.
A 31-year-old man, Antonio Agustin, was arrested and faces multiple charges, including rape.
Authorities tracked Maria through her online communications and a Facebook message to her father.
The search involved multiple law enforcement agencies and significant community mobilization.
Officials emphasize the importance of monitoring children's online activities to prevent such incidents.