Police searching for missing 12-year-old girl from suitland

Police searching for missing 12-year-old girl from Suitland

SUITLAND, MD – Prince George’s County Police are asking for the public’s help locating 12-year-old Jahlaya Holmes, who was reported missing earlier this week.

She was last seen Wednesday morning around 7:55 a.m. in the 2600 block of Brooks Drive.

Holmes has not been heard from since, and investigators are working to locate her safely.


Key Points

  • 12-year-old Jahlaya Holmes last seen Wednesday morning in Suitland
  • She was wearing a yellow polo, beige uniform pants, and tan and black Jordans
  • Police urge anyone with information to call the Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970

Description released by police

According to investigators, Jahlaya Holmes is a Black female, about 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighing approximately 113 pounds. Police say she was last seen wearing a yellow polo shirt, beige uniform pants, and tan and black Jordan sneakers.

Public urged to assist in search

Authorities are asking anyone with information about Jahlaya’s whereabouts to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970. Police continue to investigate and have not indicated any signs of foul play at this time.

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