The Philadelphia Police Department has put out a call to the public for assistance in finding 11-year-old Marli Montgomery, who has been reported missing since late Wednesday night. According to the official announcement, she was last seen around 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, when she left her home on the 5400 block of Harlan Street. The details of Marli's appearance are quite distinct – with pink and blonde hair styled in two buns, acquiring about 5 feet 1 inch in height, and a weight of around 90 pounds. The police provided these descriptions in hopes that anyone with information could step forward and aid in their search.
At the time she went missing, the young girl was wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, black tights, and orange socks, a look that would surely stand out to anyone who might have seen her that evening. The authorities, expressing their urgency and concern, have actively encouraged anyone with information regarding the location of Marli Montgomery to make contact with the Philadelphia Police Department's Southwest Detective Division at 215-686-3183 or to dial 911 without hesitation. This public plea aims to galvanize community members to be vigilant and report any sightings that could bring Marli home.
In response to the unfolding situation, a dedicated webpage has been established, providing updates and a platform for the public to contribute any relevant information they might have. For direct access to additional details and updates, interested individuals are advised to visit the PPD Missing Persons. The police and the family of the missing juvenile have made clear their apprehension, asking for any sightings or useful information to be reported immediately.
Missing Juvenile Marli Montgomery from the 19th District https://t.co/1m4VBHxMkx pic.twitter.com/dutllJOdJM
— PPD Missing Persons (@PPDMissing) February 12, 2026
