News Summary
The Boston Police Department is seeking assistance in finding 13-year-old Autumn Parham-Stokes, missing since Monday evening. Last seen in Roxbury, Autumn’s safety is a concern due to her previous subway travels with no clear destination. Authorities remind the public to report any sightings or relevant information to help ensure her safe return.
Boston – The Boston Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Autumn Parham-Stokes, who has been reported missing. Autumn, a resident of Roxbury, was last seen on Monday evening, around 5 p.m., in the vicinity of Fayston Street, heading towards Blue Hill Avenue.
Described as a Black female, Autumn is approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs about 125 pounds. She has black braids and a noticeable scar on her right cheek. At the time she was last seen, Autumn was wearing a black jacket, a black shirt, cream-colored sweatpants, and black and white sneakers.
Authorities have shared that Autumn has previously been observed riding the Red Line of the subway system with “no destination” indicated. This raises concerns about her safety, prompting the police to issue a BPD Missing Person Alert to gather more information from the public.
The Boston Police Department urges anyone with any information about Autumn’s whereabouts to contact them as soon as possible. Individuals can call emergency services at 911 or reach the detectives directly at 617-343-4275. For those wishing to provide tips anonymously, the CrimeStoppers Tip Line is available at 1-800-494-TIPS, and online submissions are also accepted.
Missing persons cases, especially involving minors, are treated with the utmost urgency and seriousness by law enforcement. Such situations require collaborative efforts from both local authorities and community members to ensure the safe return of missing individuals. Since her disappearance, the Boston Police Department has been actively working to gather any leads or sightings that could aid in locating Autumn.
Background information regarding Autumn indicates that she is a young girl navigating her teenage years, a critical phase of life filled with various challenges. The police’s swift and decisive actions reflect their commitment to protecting the youth of Boston and their families. When children go missing, it instills fear not only in the families but also throughout the community. Public assistance can often play a vital role in resolving such urgent matters swiftly and safely.
As the search continues, authorities hope that community members will keep an eye out for Autumn and assist police in any way possible. The involvement of the public can sometimes lead to crucial breakthroughs in missing person investigations, making it essential for everyone to remain vigilant and proactive.
Those who may have seen Autumn or have any relevant information are encouraged to step forward and help the police as they work to locate her. The Boston Police Department emphasizes the importance of community in such circumstances and reminds residents to report any suspicious or concerning activity immediately.
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Additional Resources
- Boston.com: Missing 13-Year-Old Girl
- Boston 25 News: Missing Girl in Boston
- NBC Boston: Missing Girl in Roxbury
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Person
- Boston 25 News: Missing Dorchester Girl
- Google Search: Missing Children
