The Pittsburgh Police are turning to the community for assistance in the urgent case of a missing teenager. Fifteen-year-old Leah Pridgen has vanished, last seen on August 18 after a heated exchange with her mother, igniting serious concern for her safety. She departed from her home on the 1200 block of Pritchard Street around 4:30 p.m., as detailed by Pittsburgh's Public Safety Blotter.
Law enforcement, reaching out to those who might know something, described Leah as a young girl of 5’3” stature, weighing 130 pounds, with brown eyes, and black hair. At the time of her disappearance, she wore black shorts and a black graphic T-shirt.
Witnesses, or anyone with knowledge pertaining to Leah's last known actions, should immediately get in touch with the authorities. A direct line to the Pittsburgh Police Special Victims Unit has been provided, at 412-323-7141, encouraging potential leads. In addition, those with urgent information can also dial 911 to expedite Leah's recovery.
