The DC Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing teenager, 16-year-old Laniah Jefferson, last seen in the vicinity of the 1200 block of 42nd Street, Southeast. The urgency to find Jefferson has escalated following her disappearance on Sunday, September 7. She has now been missing for over two days. The department has taken to social media to spread awareness, with hopes that someone will come forward with information.
In their latest update, the DC Police Department described Jefferson and requested that anyone with knowledge of her whereabouts contact them directly. The police have stressed the importance of community collaboration in cases such as this; their post reflects an understanding that the citizens they serve are often the eyes and ears that can lead to a safe return.
Critical #MissingPerson 16-year-old Laniah Jefferson, who was last seen in the 1200 block of 42nd Street, Southeast, on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) September 9, 2025
Have info? Call 202727-9099 or text 50411. pic.twitter.com/fHlYhUVB0W
The police have made it simple for members of the public to reach out, offering several methods of communication for those who might be able to contribute any detail, no matter how seemingly insignificant. Jefferson's current location remains a mystery, and the sharing of her image and information continues to be a beacon of hope for her safe recovery. To report any information, individuals can call the police at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.
