Community concern is mounting as the Philadelphia Police Department continues its search for Mahiya Richardson, a 12-year-old girl reported missing since last being seen in the vicinity of the Paul L Dunbar School at 12th and Cecil B Moore. According to the Philadelphia Police Department's news release, Mahiya was last spotted wearing a pink Lululemon sweatshirt paired with black shorts.
Known for frequenting areas like 6th and Jefferson, 8th and Diamond, as well as Broad and Cecil B Moore Street, the police have described the missing juvenile as standing 5'6" tall and weighing approximately 130 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Wearing her pink sweatshirt, the search for Mahiya feels increasingly urgent as every moment passes. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department at once.
The details of Mahiya's last known whereabouts and physical description play a critical role in aiding the public to keep an eye out for her. The community and law enforcement both share the same goal: to ensure Mahiya's safe return to her family. The Philadelphia Police Department urges anyone who might have seen Mahiya or has any information about her location to get in touch, emphasizing that even seemingly insignificant details could be vital.
While the search continues, questions linger about the circumstances under which Mahiya went missing. Tracing her steps prior to her disappearance is a priority for the authorities.
