The Cleveland Division of Police continues its search for two missing juveniles, emphasizing that their disappearances, occurring under separate circumstances, appear to be unrelated. Authorities have actively pursued leads to locate these young individuals and ensure their safety.
In the case of 15-year-old Stephanie Canada, she has been missing since May 11, 2021. Last known in the vicinity of the 1300 block of East 187 Street, Stephanie's absence has been a growing concern for the Cleveland community. Described as 5 feet, 7 inches tall, and weighing 130 pounds, she has red hair and brown eyes, according to a statement obtained by News5 Cleveland. Details of what she might be wearing are unknown, but recent information received on Aug. 18 suggests that she may be in danger.
Also on the community's radar is 13-year-old Alaiya Smith, who vanished merely a day ago. She was last seen in the 800 block of E. 157th Street, and the police have not provided the exact time she went missing. Alaiya is shorter, standing at five-foot-one, with brown hair and brown eyes. Distinguishing features include a heart tattoo on her right hand and a nose piercing. Anybody with information about her whereabouts is urged to come forward and assist in the search.
For those who might have seen Stephanie or Alaiya or know their potential whereabouts, the Cleveland Police have put out a call to action, asking anyone with insights to contact them at 216-623-2580 or 216-327-7186. As part of this ongoing effort to find Stephanie and Alaiya, officers and detectives are pooling every resource, knowing that each passing moment is precious in the landscape of these cases. The youth of our neighborhoods are not just figures in the night, they are the heartbeats of our homes, the concern for their safe return is palpable amid those who watch and wait, Cleveland 19 reports.
