The Philadelphia Police Department has issued an alert for a missing juvenile, Gianna Renee Rauseo-Velez, who was last seen on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. near the 100 block of Linton Street. The police have reached out to the community, asking anyone with information to come forward in hopes of locating the 17-year-old.
Described as having brown eyes and hair, a fair complexion, and heavy set, Rauseo-Velez stands 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 200 pounds. Notably, she was last seen wearing a distinctive navy-blue hoodie adorned with a panther print, paired with white and green, black striped pajama pants. Her physical characteristics and the unique attire have been detailed to assist the public in recognizing her.
A call to action has been disseminated, with the Northwest Detectives Division requesting that anyone who might know something about Gianna's whereabouts contact them at 215-686-3353. This information was circulated via an official police statement seeking the community's help in this pressing matter.
As the hours pass since Gianna has been seen, the urgency to find her increases. The community is reminded that even the smallest piece of information could prove pivotal in such cases. Those who are in a position to assist are implored to reflect on whether they've seen individuals matching Gianna's description or possess any knowledge that might lead to a reunion with her concerned family.
