14-year-old girl missing after last seen early morning in rockville

14-year-old girl missing after last seen early morning in Rockville

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October 8, 2025
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Police searching for missing 14-year-old girl last seen in Rockville

Gaithersburg, MD – Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 14-year-old Sydney Howell, who was last seen early Wednesday morning in Rockville.

Detectives with the department’s Special Victims Investigations Division said Sydney was last seen around 1 a.m. in the 13200 block of Beaver Terrace. She is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 120 pounds, with brown eyes and hair in braids featuring blond highlights. Her clothing at the time she went missing is unknown.

Police have not released any details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance but said they are concerned for her welfare. Officers are actively searching the area and working with community partners to locate her.

14-year-old girl missing after last seen early morning in rockville
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Anyone with information about Sydney Howell’s whereabouts is urged to call the Montgomery County Police non-emergency line at 301-279-8000, which is available 24 hours a day.

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Key Points

  • 14-year-old Sydney Howell reported missing in Rockville early Wednesday morning
  • Last seen in the 13200 block of Beaver Terrace at around 1 a.m.
  • Police urge anyone with information to call 301-279-8000
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