A large-scale search continues in the Varna region for 11-year-old Natalia, who has been missing for five days. The girl from the village of Konstantinovo left with 40-year-old Asen Simeonov, her mother's former partner.

Search operations cover the area of Konstantinovo and Sindel, as well as the areas between the villages of Nova Shipka and Velichkovo, where there are signs that the two spent the night. Volunteers and police are using thermal cameras, a drone, and specialized vehicles.

Asen Simeonov has been the primary caregiver for Natalia for over 7 years. Camera footage shows the child walking calmly behind him, with no signs of violence.

The police warn citizens that if they spot the two, they should immediately call 112 and not take any other actions. Simeonov is known for attempting to hide and may exhibit aggression.

The mayor of Sindel, Plamen Lazarov, appeals to the residents to be vigilant and report any information to 112.