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

14-year-old girl reported critically missing in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police in Washington, D.C., are asking for the public’s assistance locating 14-year-old Emyko Cottom, who was last seen yesterday in Southwest D.C.

Cottom was reportedly last seen in the 3000 block of Galveston Street SW on the evening of September 18. Authorities describe her as a Black female, 5 feet tall, weighing approximately 100 pounds. She has black braids with red streaks and brown eyes.

Police said that at the time of her disappearance, Cottom was wearing a burgundy hoodie, a black jean jacket, Adidas sweatpants with stripes, a black purse, and black Balenciaga shoes.

14-year-old girl reported critically missing in d. C.
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Anyone with information on Emyko Cottom’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department by calling 202-727-9099 or texting 50411.

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