Mother of missing sailor from Naval Station Norfolk speaks out as investigation continues

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08-06-2025

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The investigation into missing Culinary Specialist Seaman Angelina Resendiz out of Naval Station Norfolk is still ongoing.
'Not like Angie at all:' Search continues for missing sailor from Naval Station Norfolk
Resendiz was initially reported missing on May 29, and The Naval Criminal Investigative Service states her disappearance poses a credible threat to their health and safety.
According to the Navy, Resendiz was last seen in her barracks at Naval Station Norfolk around 10 a.m.
10 On Your Side spoke with Resendiz's mother Esmerelda Castle, who says she knew something was wrong when her daughter stopped reaching out to family members — something Resendiz was known to do every day.
'She talks to somebody every day,' Castle said. 'Her and my sister have a 400-day streak on Snapchat, and it all stopped on Thursday. She doesn't miss work'
Castle contacted the Navy and flew all the way to Hampton Roads from Texas to look for her daughter, who she describes as kind and compassionate.
'She's a very kind person. She's loving,' Castle said. 'She sees someone down, she's companionate and encouraging and uplifting and it's just natural for her. You see her and she's always smiling.'
Castle said the last person that was seen with her daughter showed up to work on Monday — Resendiz did not.
'The person that she was with that night, Thursday night, they showed up to work Monday, and she didn't show up to work,' Castle said. 'I got here Thursday, and they still couldn't tell me anything.'
10 on your side reached out to NCIS who is handling the investigation, they stated:
'NCIS urges anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact NCIS at 877-579-3648 or using the NCIS Tips app. Tips may be reported anonymously.'
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