The Chicago Police Department has issued alerts for three missing minors, each last seen in different neighborhoods of the city. The first, 16-year-old Niomi Baker, was last seen on the 3600 block of West 84th Street on July 1, 2024. Described as 5’02” in height, with brown eyes, black hair, and a medium complexion, the police have requested that anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Area One Detective Division at 312-747-8380 or to call 911. Details of Niomi's disappearance have been made public on the Chicago Police Department's official website, with a dedicated page for her case.
In a separate case, 17-year-old Talia Ortiz is also missing, last seen on the 4500 block of West 57th Street on July 5, 2024. Talia is 5’09”, weighs about 120 pounds, and has a light complexion, brown eyes, and black hair. The Chicago Police Department's call to the public is similar to Niomi's case, asking for any information to be directed to Area One Detective Division or to dial 911 for immediate assistance. A specific page detailing Talia's case is available here.
The third juvenile reported missing is 12-year-old Jamyia Milligan, who was last spotted on June 27, 2024, in the 7200 block of South Champlain. Jamyia is described as 5’0″, 210 pounds, with a medium complexion, brown eyes, and black hair. The young girl is known to frequent the areas of 71st and Indiana and 79th and Cottage Grove. Authorities are urging anyone with information to get in touch with the Area One SVU Detectives at the provided contact details. Jamyia’s information can be found on a dedicated webpage located here.
While each case is unique, the community concern is palpable, with local officials urging residents to remain vigilant and report any potential sightings or information to the police. These instances serve as sobering reminders of the vulnerability of minors in urban settings and the importance of communal awareness in ensuring their safety. The Chicago Police Department continues to investigate the disappearances and have not released additional details at this time.
