The Cincinnati Police Department has issued a call for assistance in locating a missing teenager, 17-year-old Lariah Johnson, who was last seen on Sunday, October 12. Lariah is reported to have disappeared from the CUF/Corryville area, a neighborhood that knows too well the anxious tremors that ripple through a community when one of its young ones has vanished. The circumstances of her disappearance have not been detailed, but the urgency in the request for public help is palpable.
In a social media post, the Cincinnati Police Department shared a photo of Lariah, along with contact information for anyone who might have seen her or knows of her whereabouts. "Please help us locate 17-year-old Lariah Johnson," the post read. Authorities are asking for the immediate assistance from anyone with information to contact Det. Oliver at 513-352-3501. With every moment that passes, the stakes rise and the community's worry deepens, underscoring the need for any and all leads that could assist in bringing Lariah home.
Please help us locate 17-year-old Lariah Johnson. She was last seen on 10/12/25. She is missing from the CUF/Corryville area. Please contact Det. Oliver at 513-352-3501 with any information. pic.twitter.com/ZkTnrkH15L
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) October 14, 2025
The dissemination of this kind of information quickly and widely can be crucial in cases of missing persons, particularly when dealing with minors. Prompt reports to law enforcement and public notifications can sometimes mean the difference between a swift reunion and a prolonged, agonizing search. The Cincinnati PD has not provided specifics regarding how Lariah went missing, nor have they released any information on whether they believe she left on her own accord or if foul play is suspected. It's this uncertainty that accompanies the absence of a missing child, leaving questions that demand immediate answers but are often met with silence.
