The Philadelphia community is grappling with the discomforting news of a missing teenager. The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a plea to the public for assistance in finding 16-year-old Alaya Smalls, last seen on Thursday night, according to the Philadelphia Police Department. She was reported missing from the 21xx block of Bailey Terrace at around 9:00 PM. Described as being 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 109 pounds, Alaya has brown hair and was seen wearing braces with pink and blue rubber bands.
Further details regarding her appearance include the clothing she wore at the time of her disappearance—a brown New Balance hoodie paired with turquoise blue tights. The search for Alaya continues as authorities and loved ones are expressing concern for her safety. An information gap remains while investigators work the case, appealing to anyone who might have insights into her whereabouts. The youthful optic of her braces stands as a distinct feature that could help in identifying her among the population.
The South Detectives Division of the Philadelphia Police Department is spearheading the inquiry and has provided a direct line at 215-686-3013 for tips or any information that could lead to locating Alaya.
