The DC Police Department has issued a critical alert for a missing 12-year-old girl, Reyna Pinkard, who was last seen on January 2, 2026, in the vicinity of the 1600 block of Benning Road, Northeast. The announcement, made on social media, impels anyone with information about her whereabouts to immediately contact authorities.
Critical #MissingPerson 12-year-old Reyna Pinkard was last seen in the 1600 block of Benning Road, Northeast, on January 2, 2026.
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) January 3, 2026
Have info? Call (202) 727-9099 / text 50411 pic.twitter.com/4ejqiDCova
According to the official post by the DC Police Department, Reyna has not been seen for several days now. The Police are calling on the public to aid in their search efforts, with the hope that someone, somewhere, might have seen something that could lead to her safe return. The details provided by them are scant, yet each piece could be the clue that underlines her discovery.
Community members and local officials alike are expressing deep concern for the safety of Reyna Pinkard. As time passes, the urgency of finding her grows. The Police urge those who may know anything, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to step forward. They have provided multiple ways to get in touch, including a phone call to their dedicated line at (202) 727-9099 or by texting 50411.
Those interested in helping can find more details and updates through the DC Police Department's social media channels.
