The Cordele Police Department (CPD) is urgently asking for the community’s assistance in locating 19-year-old Nyeasha Pickens, who has been missing since the early hours of Sunday, July 5, 2025. Her family is deeply concerned for her well-being, and authorities are actively investigating her disappearance.
What Happened
Nyeasha Pickens was last seen around 2:00 a.m. on Sunday morning at the Enmarket gas station located at 402 S 7th Street in Cordele. Surveillance footage confirmed she left the gas station in a vehicle with a male friend, whose name is possibly Quan. After that, her phone either died or was turned off, and she has not been heard from since. Her family initially thought she was heading to a party, but those at the gathering later stated they never saw her.
Who Is Nyeasha Pickens
Nyeasha is described as 5’6″, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with red highlights in her hair. She was last seen wearing a white crop top, cheetah print shorts with “Big Mama” across the back, and pink and blue shoes. Although a description report states she is 5’6″, her grandmother, Donna Lewis, clarified that Nyeasha is closer to 5’9″. Nyeasha’s family, especially her grandmother, is concerned because it is unusual for her to miss work or stop communicating for so long.
Background or Timeline
Nyeasha Pickens was reported missing by her mother on July 7, two days after she was last seen. According to the incident report, she had dropped her younger sister off at home before leaving with her cousin, Jones. Her cellphone showed she was with Jones at the Enmarket, but after that, there was no signal. Jones later told police that Nyeasha met a male friend and left with him. Since then, no one has been able to contact Nyeasha, and she has missed work, raising further alarm for her safety.
Public or Social Media Reaction
The community in Cordele and surrounding areas have rallied in support of Nyeasha’s family, sharing the news and offering their help. The police department has emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, and they are following every lead. Many social media users have expressed concern and sent messages of support to her family, sharing posts to spread awareness.
Official Statement or What Happens Next
The Cordele Police Department, along with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, is actively searching for Nyeasha. They have been canvassing neighborhoods and following up on leads. Chief Jalon Heard assured the community that no waiting period is required for investigating missing persons cases in Cordele. The department continues to urge anyone with information about Nyeasha’s whereabouts to come forward.
The family has been deeply affected by this loss, and they remain hopeful that the community’s help will lead to Nyeasha’s safe return.
Closing: This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available. If you have any information regarding Nyeasha Pickens’ whereabouts, please contact the Cordele Police Department at (229) 276-2921 or submit an anonymous tip through Crisp County E-911.
