Family of California teen says she would ‘never do this’

LOS ANGELES – Members of the family of Monterey Park teen Alison Chao hosted a press convention Tuesday after the 15-year-old was discovered secure every week after she disappeared whereas on a motorcycle experience to a relative’s home within the San Gabriel Valley.

“I’m so completely satisfied that we discovered her and that she’s secure,” stated Jenny, Alison’s aunt. “It’s been a nightmare.  I’ve not slept.  We simply saved looking and looking.”

Chao was situated earlier this morning and was situated with the help of the Glendale Police Division, Monterey Park police stated. 

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Chao was final seen within the night hours of July 16 driving her bicycle within the 4400 block of Collis Avenue within the El Sereno space, in response to police.

Cellphone video posted on social media was reportedly recorded by Alison the day earlier than she disappeared. Within the video, the teenager was heard talking with police concerning points associated to what has been a current custody dispute.

“We’ve been actually fearful about the place she’s been,” stated Jeffery Chao, Alison’s father.  “It’s simply been very tiring.  I used to be very involved.  I simply need what’s in the perfect curiosity of Alison at this level.”

A whole bunch of lacking particular person fliers have been posted and handed out throughout the San Gabriel Valley in hopes of discovering Alison. The lady was reportedly noticed in El Sereno sooner or later through the search, earlier than she was situated safely Tuesday morning outdoors a neighborhood TV station in Glendale.

Members of the family and pals on Tuesday expressed frustrations over “system points” referring to the 15-year-old. Nonetheless, they didn’t elaborate.

“She would by no means do something like this,” stated Jenny. “Individuals have to be held accountable. This isn’t acceptable.”

“It’s my understanding household is upset with how issues have transpired throughout the system,” stated Jose Romero, an legal professional.

Alison was secure, talking with police Tuesday afternoon on the Monterey Park police station. Household and pals stated they’re anxious to see her.