12-year-old girl reported critically missing in d. C.

12-Year-Old Girl Reported Critically Missing In D.C.

April 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — The D.C. Metro Police Department is urgently requesting the public’s assistance in locating 12-year-old Xaniyah Hightower, who was last seen yesterday morning in Southeast Washington.

Xaniyah was reported missing from the 5000 block of Call Place, last spotted at 8 AM. Described as a Black female, she stands 5 feet 9 inches tall, has mid-arm length braided hair in blonde and dark brown, and brown eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a black coat, black shirt, black jeans, and gray New Balance shoes.

12-year-old girl reported critically missing in d. C.
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Anyone with information on Xaniyah Hightower’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or send a tip via text to 50411.

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