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The family of Layla Santanello, a 22-year-old woman from Kingsport, Tennessee, is deeply concerned for her well-being following her disappearance on June 27, 2023. Layla was last seen near the Americourt Hotel around 6-7 AM, wearing a white tank top, black leggings, and no shoes. She is described as 4’10” tall, weighing 115 lbs, with striking brown eyes and a bright smile. The Ongoing Investigation For less than 24 hours, detectives from the Kingsport Police Department (KPD) have been looking into Layla’s whereabouts. Despite a personal conversation with the family, where an offer was made to provide the most recent…

The Wichita Police Department has issued an urgent alert for three missing children who were last seen in the 1100 block of N. Topeka, near 10th and Broadway in midtown Wichita. Missing Children Descriptions Sa’meriah Johnson Age: Unknown Gender: Black female Height: 5’4″ Weight: 155 lbs Build: Heavy Hair: Purple/brown Eyes: Brown Clothing: Multi-color Care Bear pants, black shirt Jamerious Hines Age: Unknown Gender: Black male Height: 5’5″ Weight: 135 lbs Build: Slim Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown Clothing: White tank top, black shorts Zhaiden Boston Age: Unknown Gender: Black male Height: 5’1″ Weight: 120 lbs Build: Slender Hair: Black Eyes:…

Uhuru Gonja Houston, a 32-year-old Port Authority police officer from Brooklyn, New York, became a hero on September 11, 2001, when he gave his life while responding to the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center. A Life of Dedication Houston, a dedicated officer and a proud family man, had been working in the World Trade Center’s basement plaza when the first plane struck the North Tower. Despite the unfolding tragedy, he ran up into one of the towers to help those trapped inside, never to return. His last words to his wife, Sonya, were made during a phone call…

The Codiac Regional RCMP is seeking the public’s help in locating 17-year-old Makila Augustine-Denny, who has been missing since August 2, 2025. What Happened Makila was last seen on Elmwood Drive in Moncton, N.B., at approximately 6:00 p.m. on August 2. She was reported missing to the police on the same day. Despite following up on several leads, the RCMP has not been able to locate her, and both the police and her family are concerned for her wellbeing. Description of Makila Augustine-Denny Height: 5’2″ (157 cm) Weight: 100 pounds (45 kg) Eyes: Brown Hair: Black How to Help Anyone…

It has been over seven months since 17-year-old Sara Martinez went missing from her Fort Worth, Texas, home. Sara disappeared on December 28, 2024, after leaving her home in the middle of the night. Her mother, Samantha Perez, said she last saw Sara in bed at 1 a.m., but when she woke up the next morning, her daughter was gone. What Happened Samantha has expressed deep concern, noting that this is completely out of character for Sara, who has never gone missing before. Sara is very close with her family, and Samantha says she has not been in contact with…

A teenager from Moreno Valley, California, has been missing for over four months, and her family is asking the community to help locate her and ensure she is safe. Denlynn Phelps, 17, disappeared overnight from her home on March 18, 2025, after saying goodnight to her family. What Happened According to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC), Denlynn went to bed after a normal evening with her family. The next morning, her mother, Chris Phelps, was shocked to discover that Denlynn was gone. Chris said, “Nothing seemed out of the ordinary,” and now, over four months later,…

The Madison community is in mourning after the tragic death of 46-year-old John Montgomery, a beloved husband, father, and community member. His sudden passing has left his family devastated and seeking answers. What Happened On the evening of July 29, 2023, John Montgomery’s son, DaJon Montgomery, made the heartbreaking discovery of his father’s lifeless body outside his grandmother’s home. DaJon recalled the moment when he visited the house, honked the horn, and went to check on his father, only to find him lying in the grass, unresponsive. Madison County Sheriff’s Department officers responded to the incident call at approximately 7:30…

Jeffrey Lynn Smith, a 16-year-old Black female, was last seen on December 4, 1985, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She has been missing for over three decades, and her case remains unsolved. What Happened Jeffrey, also known by her middle name Lynn, was last seen walking home from school with her boyfriend on Silver Street in Hot Springs, just a few blocks from her home. She never arrived at home and has not been heard from since. At the time of her disappearance, Jeffrey was wearing pink pants, a brown jacket, and brown/tan shoes. She also had a gold ring with…

Merseyside Police is appealing for public assistance in locating Andrew Corbett, a 38-year-old man from Liverpool who has been missing since Monday, July 28, 2025. What Happened Andrew was last seen at approximately 8:30 p.m. in the Picton Road area of Wavertree, Liverpool. His family and friends are concerned for his well-being, and police are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward. Description of Andrew Corbett Age: 38 Height: 6’1″ Build: Slim Hair: Short black/grey hair Facial Features: Stubble/moustache Complexion: Fair Clothing: Black clothing with a motif on the front Known Locations Andrew is known to frequent…

On August 6, Japan marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, a tragic event that claimed the lives of nearly 80,000 people in the initial blast. As survivors (known as “hibakusha”) become fewer, the responsibility of preserving the stories of Hiroshima’s devastation and the ongoing risks of nuclear weapons falls to a new generation, including 12-year-old Shun Sasaki. What Happened The tragic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, remains a poignant chapter in world history. The attack by the US dropped an atomic bomb, “Little Boy,” with a force equivalent to 15 kilotons of TNT, devastating…