The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a plea for help from local residents in tracing the whereabouts of Miriam Coriano, a 12-year-old girl who has been reported missing. It was yesterday afternoon that Miriam was last seen at 3:45 PM on the 1700 block of W. Hunting Park Ave., as per the official police report. A description provided by the Philadelphia Police characterizes Miriam as approximately 5’1”, weighing 125 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair.
At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing an all-black school uniform. The East Detective Division is the principal point of contact for anyone who might have relevant information and they have urged the public to come forward with any details that could aid in the search. Miriam's case exemplifies the ongoing concerns surrounding the safety of our city’s youth, especially when one vanishes so abruptly into the open jaws of the metropolis.
Authorities are asking that anyone with information about Miriam's current location to contact them immediately. The urgency of these situations is not lost on a community that sees too many such stories unfold. Contact can be made directly with the East Detective Division by calling 215-686-3243, or by dialing 911 for immediate assistance.
