Authorities in Philadelphia are calling on the community to assist in the search for a missing teenager. Quadir Diaz, 18, has been missing for over two weeks and was last seen by his Aunt in the area of 7000 Old York Road on March 5 at around 4 PM. The Philadelphia Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Quadir, described as an African American male, 5'10" tall, and weighing 190 lbs, has distinct physical features, including brown eyes, black hair styled in dreadlocks, and multiple tattoos on both arms. At the time of his disappearance, he was sporting a silver rope necklace, dressed in all black clothing, and black Under Armour sneakers. The details of his last known whereabouts and description were provided in a Philadelphia Police report circulated with the aim of soliciting help from the public.
Quadir's family has expressed profound concern for his wellbeing, stating to local authorities and media that his absence is highly uncharacteristic and distressing. The community has rallied on social media and through neighborhood searches, but so far efforts have yielded no signs of Quadir's whereabouts.
The Philadelphia Police are asking anyone who might have seen Diaz or who has any relevant information to immediately contact the 35th District at 215-686-3350 or call 911. With each passing day, the urgency to locate the young man intensifies, and the authorities have stated they are following up on each lead provided by the community. The hope is that increased awareness and public vigilance can bring a swift and safe return for Quadir.
