Assistance Offered in Local Missing Child Case

A national nonprofit is offering assistance with a local missing child case in San Antonio. However, the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) is only accepting limited help.

It’s been nearly three years since Lina Sardar Khil disappeared from a playground at her apartment complex in the 9400 block of Fredericksburg Road.

Lina was 3-years-old when she vanished, and in February, a tip followed up by the FBI and San Antonio police was deemed “not credible.”

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has provided age progression images and social media awareness, but they recently expressed interest in being more involved in Lina’s case.

NCMEC’s “Team Adam” is made up of retired law enforcement professionals with local, state, and national experience. The group offers assistance with missing person cases, such as vetting leads and recommending investigation strategies.

SAPD denied assistance from Team Adam early on, stating they do not share sensitive information with outside organizations to protect the integrity of their investigations.

Despite SAPD’s position, many believe Lina’s case could benefit from the outside perspective of experienced law enforcement agents.

SAPD says two detectives are dedicated to Lina’s case and anyone with information is urged to call (210) 207-2313.