News Summary
The Detroit Police Department is asking for public assistance in locating three missing girls, including a 13-year-old who went missing under troubling circumstances. Jamirah Mchenry vanished from her home, while two others, Heaven Beauford and Batoul Haidar, are also missing, prompting a community alert. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police or Crime Stoppers. The recent rise in missing children cases has raised concerns within the Detroit community, highlighting the need for vigilance and collaboration to ensure the safety of young individuals.
Detroit – The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating three missing girls, the most recent being 13-year-old Jamirah Mchenry, who vanished from her home on Friday, September 5, 2025. Jamirah is reportedly missing under concerning circumstances, as she left her residence located on the 15400 block of Prest Street without permission and has not returned since.
According to authorities, Jamirah was last seen wearing a navy blue shirt and navy blue pajama pants. The police have urged anyone with information about her whereabouts to come forward. Tips can be provided by contacting the Detroit Police Department’s 2nd Precinct at 313-596-5240 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.
Another girl currently missing is 15-year-old Heaven Beauford, who was last seen leaving her home on the 1000 block of Manistique on Monday, September 1, 2025. Heaven has also not been seen since that date. She was last observed wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with writing on it, burgundy colored pants, and distinctive pink and blue shoes. The Detroit Police Department’s 5th Precinct is investigating her case, and information can be reported at 313-596-5540 or 1-800-Speak Up for anonymous tips.
Additionally, 14-year-old Batoul Haidar has gone missing from Westland. Batoul was last seen at around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday on the 28000 block of Joy Road, near the border of Livonia and Westland. She has been described as Arab, approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing around 160 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. When last seen, Batoul wore a black hijab, a black hoodie, gray pants, and black and brown shoes, and was carrying a blue backpack. The Westland police department is actively investigating her disappearance and seeks public assistance in locating her.
In a related context, the Detroit community has been affected by recent incidents involving missing children. A previously reported missing 12-year-old girl from Detroit was found safe after disappearing on August 14, 2025. In contrast, the body of a missing 15-year-old boy named Lawrence Dowl was discovered in a cemetery after he had been reported missing on August 13. Lawrence was last seen wearing black joggers, a black jacket, and black shoes. His case is being investigated as a homicide.
The alarming trend in missing persons cases has prompted calls for increased vigilance within the community. The Detroit Police Department is encouraging everyone to be alert and report any suspicious activities that could help locate these missing individuals. The return of these girls is of utmost priority, and law enforcement is hopeful that with the help of the public, they can be found quickly and safely.
Authorities remind the public that any information, even small hints, could prove crucial in resolving these cases. Community members are encouraged to stay engaged and watch over their neighbors, especially given the increased number of recent cases involving young individuals. A united community effort is essential to ensure the safety and security of all children.
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