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California Authorities Issue Ebony Alert for Missing Alameda County Teenager Zuriyah Martin in Castro Valley

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Published on January 19, 2026
California Authorities Issue Ebony Alert for Missing Alameda County Teenager Zuriyah Martin in Castro ValleySource: CHP - Alerts

The California Highway Patrol has issued an Ebony Alert for a missing teenager from Alameda County. Sixteen-year-old Zuriyah Martin was last seen early today, near Edwards Lane and Gliddon Street in Castro Valley.

According to the alert provided by CHP Alerts, Martin is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 110 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She was last observed wearing a red sweater, black jeans, and black shoes.

Officials urge the public to be on the lookout for Martin, who is believed to be traveling on foot. The circumstances of her disappearance have not been made available, but authorities are treating the situation with urgency. Anyone with information or sightings of Martin is encouraged to contact law enforcement immediately.