The Cincinnati Police Department has issued a plea to the public for assistance in locating a missing teenager, 14-year-old Promise Smith-Champion. The teen was reported last seen near 47 E. Hollister St. in the Mt. Auburn area on Sunday, December 21. A social media post shared by the department included details of Promise's physical description and a contact number for the detective handling the case.
In the effort to bring Promise home, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. According to the post by the Cincinnati Police Department, those who know something about Promise's last known movements or current location are encouraged to contact Det. Oliver at 513-352-4567. With the clock ticking since their disappearance, located at 47 E. Hollister St. in Mt. Auburn, time is of the essence.
Please help us locate 14-year-old Promise Smith-Champion. Promise was last seen Dec. 21, 2025, at 47 E. Hollister St. in Mt. Auburn. If you have any information regarding Promise's whereabouts, contact Det. Oliver at 513-352-4567. pic.twitter.com/KHH3brAdW3
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) December 24, 2025
As the search continues, the community has been prompt in spreading the word about Promise's disappearance. Flyers and online posts have been shared widely, with the police department's message being amplified across various social media platforms. This collective effort speaks to the gravity of the situation and the shared commitment to finding the missing teen.
