With unimaginable grief, we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Melina Galanis Frattolin, a beloved 9-year-old girl whose life was tragically cut short following an abduction from Lake George, New York.
An Amber Alert was issued early Sunday morning after authorities determined Melina had been taken under circumstances that suggested she was in imminent danger. She was last seen around 9:40 p.m. Saturday night on Interstate 87 near Exit 22, wearing light-colored shorts, a black and white striped shirt, and white Adidas sneakers.
Melina had brown hair, brown eyes, stood about 5 feet tall, and weighed approximately 100 pounds. Her sudden disappearance triggered an urgent search effort led by New York State Police, supported by local and regional law enforcement.
Tragically, Melina was later found deceased in Ticonderoga, marking the end of a frantic and deeply distressing search. Authorities have not released the identity of a suspect, and the circumstances surrounding her abduction remain under investigation. Law enforcement noted inconsistencies in the account given by her father, which are now part of the ongoing inquiry.
Melina’s death has left her family, friends, and entire community in mourning. She was a bright, curious, and gentle soul—her laughter contagious, her heart full of love. In just nine short years, she made a profound impact on those around her, and the pain of this loss is felt far and wide.
We ask that the public continue to cooperate with law enforcement by providing any information that could assist in the investigation. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is urged to contact the Warren County Sheriff’s Office at 518-743-2501 or call 911.
As we grieve this terrible loss, we hold Melina’s loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. May her memory live on as a symbol of innocence, hope, and the urgency to protect the most vulnerable among us.
Rest peacefully, sweet Melina. You are loved beyond measure, and your light will never be forgotten.
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