In a somber turn of events, the Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing young mother and her two children. Aniayah Smith, 21, has not been seen since departing from the 3700 block of 83rd St. in Chicago. According to a police bulletin, Smith was last spotted wearing a black coat and colorful CROCS and may be driving a silver 2010 four-door Nissan with Illinois plates DS60328.
Smith is not alone; she is accompanied by her one-year-old, Lealani, and six-month-old, Lariyah; hence, the urgency of this search cannot be understated. The Chicago Police Department has made a public appeal, asking anyone with information about Smith's whereabouts to come forward. Her situation is particularly concerning, as she has two young children in her care. The three were reported missing to the Area One-SVU detectives, and the public can reach them at 312-747-8380 or dial 911 in the case of immediate awareness of Smith's location.
Aniayah Smith, described as 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing 200 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair, has a dark complexion, affirming her identity as a woman of color in the metropolis of Chicago.
The Chicago Police Department has not released any further details about the potential whereabouts of Smith or circumstances regarding her disappearance, aside from acknowledging that they regard this case with the utmost gravity. There are no reported marks or other identifying details provided, which might further ease the task of finding her. If you have any information, please call the numbers provided or reach out through the Chicago Police Department's official website.
