Urgent search for missing 14-year-old girl in southeast dc

Urgent Search for Missing 14-Year-Old Girl in Southeast DC

Washington, DC – A local family in Washington, DC, is desperately searching for 14-year-old Semaj Badon, last seen in the city’s Southeast area. Semaj went missing from the 1500 block of Butler Street and was last observed on Thursday, July 11, near the 2800 block of Alabama Avenue, Southeast DC.

She is described by police as a Black female, about 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing 165 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. When last seen, Semaj was wearing a black shirt, black shorts, and red and white sneakers.

Urgent search for missing 14-year-old girl in southeast dc
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Anyone with information on Semaj Badon’s whereabouts is urged to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or text 50411. The community’s prompt response could be vital in ensuring her safe return.

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