Manchester Township Police search for missing 16-year-old girl last seen near high school

June 20, 2025
Manchester Township Police search for missing 16-year-old girl last seen near high school

MANCHESTER, N.J. — The Manchester Township Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Jakayla Jean-Paul, who was last seen Friday, June 20, at approximately 11:30 a.m. near Manchester Township High School.

Jakayla was last seen wearing tan sweatpants, a black shirt, black sneakers, and carrying a brown designer backpack.

Police say multiple investigative efforts have been made, but her current whereabouts remain unknown.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Manchester Police at 732-657-6111.

Authorities are actively searching for 16-year-old Jakayla Jean-Paul after she was reported missing Friday morning near her high school.