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15-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing A Week 15-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing A Week
15-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing A Week A week has passed since a 15-year-old Capital Region girl went missing. Charisma Myers-Gurley, of Albany, was reported missing on Friday, March 7, according to Albany Police. Additional details, including a clothing description and last known location, were not immediately given. Myers-Gurley was previously reported missing in February, as Daily Voice reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic
FBI, Homeland Security Join 'High-Level' Probe Into Missing Student In Dominican Republic The search for missing Virginia college student Sudiksha Konanki has escalated into a major international investigation, with the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) now assisting Dominican authorities, officials announced. The Dominican Republic Attorney General’s Office confirmed that it has assembled a high-level joint task force to investigate the mysterious disappearance of the 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student from Chantilly who vanished in Punta Cana last week. Authorities say they are exploring all possibilities. "The prosecuting authority is conducting extens…
After Remains Of Missing Woman Found In Troy Woods, Police Push For Answers In Cold Case After Remains Of Missing Woman Found In Troy Woods, Police Push For Answers In Cold Case
Tips Sought In Death Of Amanda King In Burden Pond Preserve Police are renewing calls for information after human remains discovered in a wooded preserve in upstate New York were identified as a woman who disappeared a decade earlier. The remains of Amanda King, 27, were found in the Burden Pond Preserve in Troy, near Campbell Avenue, on Oct. 20, 2024, according to Troy Police Assistant Chief Steven Barker. A local resident stumbled upon the remains, leading police to the scene. Now, investigators are asking for the public’s help in piecing together how King’s remains ended up in Troy and what led to her death. “We urge anyone who may have informat…
International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic
International Search Intensifies For Missing American College Student In Dominican Republic The search for a missing Virginia college student who vanished while on vacation in the Dominican Republic is intensifying as officials establish a high-level commission to oversee the case, authorities announced. The Dominican Republic National Police, in coordination with the Attorney General’s Office, FBI, and the US Embassy Liaison, has expanded their investigation into the disappearance of 20-year-old Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student from Chantilly who went missing on Thursday, March 6 while on a trip with friends in Punta Cana. Officials confirmed that Konanki, a c…
Where Is Hajile Howard? 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing Nearly Month Where Is Hajile Howard? 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing Nearly Month
Where Is Hajile Howard? 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Has Been Missing Nearly Month Authorities are trying to locate a Capital Region teenager who has been missing for nearly a month. Columbia County resident Hajile Howard, 17, was last seen in Valatie on Thursday, Feb. 13, according to New York State Police. Additional details, including a clothing description and last known location, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact New York State Police at 845-677-7300. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below.
Missing American Sudiksha Konanki Vanishes During Beach Walk In DR Missing American Sudiksha Konanki Vanishes During Beach Walk In DR
Missing American Sudiksha Konanki Vanishes During Beach Walk In DR The search is on for a University of Pittsburgh student from Virginia who vanished while on vacation in the Dominican Republic. An "exhaustive" international search involving the US and Dominican Republic officials has been launched for Chantilly native Sudiksha Konanki, 20, who has not been heard from since last week. Konanki was reported missing on Thursday, March 6, while vacationing with five friends at a resort in Punta Cana, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. Konanki, a citizen of India and permanent US resident, has not been seen since around 4:15 a.m. that …
17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing For 4 Days 17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing For 4 Days
17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing For 4 Days Authorities in the Capital Region are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. Juleesa Keele, 17, of Schenectady, was last seen on Monday, Feb. 24, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Additional details, including her last whereabouts and a clothing description, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Schenectady Police Department at 518-382-5200. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Missing 17-Year-Old Girl Feared Victim Of Sex Trafficking May Be In Area, Family Says Missing 17-Year-Old Girl Feared Victim Of Sex Trafficking May Be In Area, Family Says
Missing 17-Year-Old Girl Feared Victim Of Sex Trafficking May Be In Area, Family Says The family of a missing 17-year-old girl from New York fears she may be the victim of sex trafficking. Long Island resident Catherine Berger, of Baldwin, was last seen leaving Baldwin High School at around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, according to Nassau County Police. Berger has ADHD, suffers from impulse control issues, and requires medication, her family told Daily Voice. The teen may be heading upstate to meet an unknown male. “We are concerned for her well-being and are fearing trafficking,” her aunt, Crystal Berger, said. Berger is 5-foot-6 and 110 pounds, with medium length brown …
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be With 'Male Companion' In Capital Region: Police Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be With 'Male Companion' In Capital Region: Police
Missing 16-Year-Old Girl May Be With 'Male Companion' In Capital Region: Police Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing 16-year-old girl from the Capital Region. Albany County resident Allene Wells, of Bethlehem, was last seen on Tuesday, Feb. 25, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. Wells was wearing a green windbreaker, black sweatpants, black and white shoes, and carrying a black tote bag. She has red streaks in her hair and two nose piercings. She may be traveling with a male companion, authorities said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by cli…
Seen Them? Capital Region Teens Have Been Missing For 5 Days Seen Them? Capital Region Teens Have Been Missing For 5 Days
Seen Them? Capital Region Teens Have Been Missing For 5 Days Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating two Capital Region teenagers who have been missing nearly a week. Esther Fils-Aime, 17, and Joanisha Pierre, 18, both of Albany, were last seen on Friday, Feb, 14, according to Albany Police. Additional details, including possible clothing descriptions and their last known locations, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police 5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police
5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police Five suspects have been charged in the brutal killing of a missing transgender man who died after repeated acts of violence and torture for more than a month by multiple individuals who later discarded his body in a field, New York State Police said. The investigation began on Sunday, Feb. 9.  Troopers in Ontario County from the Canandaigua barracks, located about an hour west of Syracuse, initiated a missing person case after receiving a welfare check request for Sam (Samantha) Nordquist, age 24, originally from Minnesota. Authorities determined he had been staying at Patty’s Lodge i…
15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week 15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week
15-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing Nearly Week A teenager from the Capital Region has been missing for nearly a week. Charisma Myers-Gurley, 15, of Albany, was last seen on Friday, Feb, 7, according to Albany Police. Additional details, including the clothing she was wearing and where she’s known to frequent, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
NY Girl, 12, Found After Going Missing (UPDATE) NY Girl, 12, Found After Going Missing (UPDATE)
NY Girl, 12, Found After Going Missing (Update) New update: A 12-year-old girl who was missing from her Dutchess County home for around two weeks has been found, police said.  Miamor Rivera, who went missing on Saturday, Jan. 25, has been found, the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department announced.  The department did not release more information about her condition or where she was located.  Original Report: Authorities in Dutchess County are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl.  In an announcement on Thursday, Feb. 6, the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department said they are searching for Miamor Rivera, w…
Upcoming Gabby Petito Doc On Netflix Sparks Mixed Reaction Online: 'So Disrespectful' Upcoming Gabby Petito Doc On Netflix Sparks Mixed Reaction Online: 'So Disrespectful'
Upcoming Gabby Petito Doc On Netflix Sparks Mixed Reaction Online: 'So Disrespectful' A chilling new Netflix docuseries is set to reignite national interest in the murder of Gabby Petito, the 22-year-old aspiring social media influencer from New York whose life was cut short by her fiancé during their cross-country road trip. American Murder: Gabby Petito promises an in-depth look beyond the headlines, exploring how an online #VanLife romance unraveled into a nightmare.  The three-part documentary promises exclusive interviews with Petito’s family and friends, revealing the devastating truth behind her allegedly “perfect” relationship with Brian Laundrie—one that was ri…
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing 'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Found Safe In Nevada After Reported Missing Natalie DiDonato, a cast member from Season 5 of "Mob Wives", has been found safe in Nevada, ending a brief missing-persons search, NBC News reported. DiDonato, 44, contacted her mother, Denise Fuoco, on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, and assured her she was safe and not being held against her will. "My daughter's been found," Fuoco told NBC News. "She's fine right now. We're trying to get her home." The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed that its search for DiDonato was officially over. In a statement released on Thursday, Jan. 23, the LVMPD said, "This case has been closed. We …
Troy Girl, 17, Has Been Missing For 3 Days Troy Girl, 17, Has Been Missing For 3 Days
Desiree Arvelo, 17, Reported Missing In Troy Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing teenager from the Capital Region. Desiree Arvelo, 17, of Troy, was last seen on Monday, Jan. 20, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. She was last seen wearing a pink puffy coat and is believed to be in the local area, officials said. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report 'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report Natalie DiDonato, known for her appearance on Season 5 of "Mob Wives," has been reported missing after failing to show up for two flights home, according to TMZ. The Las Vegas Police Department confirmed that a missing person report for DiDonato, 44, was filed on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2025. However, Philadelphia Police did not respond to our request for comment. **UPDATE: DiDonato was found, click here to read out the our full report** According to TMZ, DiDonato’s family is deeply concerned after she failed to board a Jan. 5 flight from Philadelphia to her home in Florida. Friends and family sa…
'Media Maven' Gives Voice To NY's Missing: 'I Just Do It Out Of Heart' 'Media Maven' Gives Voice To NY's Missing: 'I Just Do It Out Of Heart'
'Media Maven' Gives Voice To NY's Missing: 'I Just Do It Out Of Heart' Tiana Heath is turning heartbreak into hope. Armed with a degree in television and radio from Brooklyn College, the Long Island native, 30, has devoted herself to giving voice to Nassau and Suffolk counties’ voiceless through her budding YouTube series, “Missing on Long Island.” “I was inspired by a show called ‘Disappeared’ on Investigation Discovery. And six years ago, I was like, I want to have a show just dedicated to missing people on Long Island, because nobody is doing that,” Heath told Daily Voice. “I was like, you know what? Let me create that show.” So, in 2019 she and partner An…
Decade-Old Mystery Unraveled: Police Identify Remains As Missing Glenville Woman Decade-Old Mystery Unraveled: Police Identify Remains As Missing Glenville Woman
Decade-Old Mystery Unraveled: Police Identify Remains As Missing Glenville Woman After nearly a decade, police in New York have identified human remains found in a wooded preserve as those of Amanda King, who vanished in November 2013.  King's remains were found in Rensselaer County in Troy on Sunday, Oct. 20, near Campbell Avenue in the. Burden Pond Preserve, said Troy Police Assistant Chief Steven Barker. She was age 27 when she disappeared. Troy Police were led to the police by a resident who discovered human remains. Identification was confirmed through dental records and DNA analysis, Barker said. King, reported missing over a decade ago, from Schenecta…
Seen Her? 17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing 5 Days Seen Her? 17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing 5 Days
Seen Her? 17-Year-Old Girl From Capital Region Has Been Missing 5 Days Authorities are asking for help in locating a missing teenager from the region. Winona Lewis, age 17, of Albany, was last seen on Thursday, Nov. 14, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Additional details, like where she was last seen or what she was wearing, were not immediately available. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Department at 518-438-4000. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man
Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man Have you seen him? A statewide alert has been issued for a New York man who's gone missing. Edmund Zielinski, age 55, is 6-foot-4, 220 pounds with gray/dirty blond hair, according to New York State Police, who note that he has a scar on his throat from vertebrae surgery. He was last seen in the Genesee County town of Pembroke area but frequents other parts of the state, said police.  Police did not say how long he's been missing. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call state police at 716-941-9300. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. C…
Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man
Statewide Alert Issued For Missing NY Man Have you seen him? A man has been missing for nearly a month-and-a-half and New York State Police are asking the public's help in locating him. Michael A. Pitt, age 47, was last seen on Sunday, Sept. 1, upstate in the area of Livingston County. Police say he could possibly be traveling to New York City. He's described as being 5-foot-10, with blond, wavy, shoulder-length hair, and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a brown jacket and jeans. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New York State Police at 585-398-4100. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. Ch…
Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Hudson Valley Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Hudson Valley
Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Hudson Valley A missing woman who had not been seen in a day was located by a New York State Police drone at the bottom of a Hudson Valley cliff.  The incident occurred in Orange County around 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 27, at the Hawk's Nest in Sparrow Bush. According to State Police Trooper Steven Nevel, the 41-year-old New York City woman from Brooklyn, had been reported missing to the New York City Police on Thursday, Sept. 26.  Nevel said Deerpark Police located a 2008 Honda FIT registered to the missing woman at a pull-off area along Route 97.  A state police pilot conducted a search u…
Seen Him? 17-Year-Old Goes Missing In NY Seen Him? 17-Year-Old Goes Missing In NY
Seen Him? 17-Year-Old Goes Missing In NY Have you seen him? A teenager has gone missing in the region and authorities are asking the public's help in locating him. The New York State Police in Northern Westchester County are searching for Andy Salazar, age 17, from Four Winds Hospital in the Lewisboro hamlet of Cross River.   He was last seen on Friday, Sept. 27 at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Route 35 by Four Winds staff. He was wearing a black hoodie and black pants.  "Andy is known to frequent the Stamford, Connecticut area," police stated. If you think you help call state police at  914-769-2600.  …
Seen Her Or This Car? Missing Long Island Woman May Be In This Upstate NY Village Seen Her Or This Car? Missing Long Island Woman May Be In This Upstate NY Village
Seen Her Or This Car? Missing Long Island Woman May Be In This Upstate NY Village Have you seen her or her car on a New York roadway? A Long Island woman has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. Erin O'Brien, age 37, was last seen on Harrow Lane in Levittown at 6:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, authorities say. She is described as being 5-foot-7, 225 pounds with blonde hair and blue eyes. Authorities describe her as being vulnerable and say she has autism. She was driving a 2018 green Honda HRV with New York registration KMK-2814. Information indicates that she may be in the upstate New York village of Speculator in Hamilton County, acco…
Statewide Alert Issued For 16-Year-Old Girl Who's Been Missing Over A Week Statewide Alert Issued For 16-Year-Old Girl Who's Been Missing Over A Week
Statewide Alert Issued For 16-Year-Old Girl Who's Been Missing Over A Week A statewide alert has been issued for a New York girl who's been missing for over a week. Gianna L. Thomas, age 16, was last seen leaving her Franklin County residence on County Road 20 in town of Constable on Saturday, Aug. 24, according to New York State Police. She's described as being 5-foot-7, 117 pounds, with brown hair, and brown eyes. No clothing description was released. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is asked to contact the State Police at 518-483-5000. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Missing 28-Year-Old From Region Found Safe Missing 28-Year-Old From Region Found Safe
Missing 28-Year-Old From Region Found Safe New Update: A 28-year-old Hudson Valley man who went missing after last being seen boarding a train in Northern Westchester has been found safe.  In an announcement on Tuesday night, Aug. 20, the Carmel Police Department in Putnam County said that Bekim Gjonbalaj, age 28, was found in good health after last being seen boarding a train at the Croton Falls Train Station in the town of North Salem on Thursday, Aug. 15 at 4:50 a.m. More information about where Gjonbalaj was found was not released. Original Report: Authorities in the Hudson Valley are asking for the public's help…
Alert Issued For Capital Region Woman Missing Several Weeks Alert Issued For Capital Region Woman Missing Several Weeks
Alert Issued For Capital Region Woman Missing Several Weeks Police are asking for help in locating a woman from the region who has been missing for several weeks. Schoharie County resident Carlie Mace was officially reported missing on Monday, Aug. 5, weeks after relatives last had contact with her. Sheriff’s officials said her last known location was in Schenectady. Mace is 5-foot-6 and 210 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Schoharie County Sheriff’s Office at 518-295-8114. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Update: Missing 15-Year-Old Boy From Capital Region Located Update: Missing 15-Year-Old Boy From Capital Region Located
Update: Missing 15-Year-Old Boy From Capital Region Located Update: A 15-year-old boy from the region who was reported missing has been located. Schenectady County resident Andrew Laborde, of Rotterdam, had last been seen in Rotterdam on Vischer Avenue on Sunday, July 28. On Monday afternoon, July 29, police announced that the boy was found safe. No other details were given. Original report: Police are asking for help in locating a 15-year-old boy from the region who was reported missing. Schenectady County resident Andrew Laborde, of Rotterdam, was last seen in Rotterdam on Vischer Avenue on Sunday, July 28. Police said Laborde is autistic. He…
New Update: 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Missing 4 Days Found Safe New Update: 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Missing 4 Days Found Safe
New Update: 17-Year-Old Capital Region Girl Missing 4 Days Found Safe Update: A 17-year-old girl from the region who had been missing for several days has been located. Albany County resident Mariaha Surgick, of Watervliet, had last been seen in East Greenbush in Rensselaer County on Saturday, July 20. On Wednesday evening, July 24, Watervliet Police announced that Surgick was found. No other details were given. Original story: Police are seeking tips in the search for a 17-year-old girl from the region who has been missing for several days. Albany County resident Mariaha Surgick, of Watervliet, was last in East Greenbush in Rensselaer County on Satu…
Alert Issued For Missing 25-Year-Old Hudson Valley Woman Alert Issued For Missing 25-Year-Old Hudson Valley Woman
Alert Issued For Missing 25-Year-Old Hudson Valley Woman A 25-year-old woman from the region has gone missing, and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. New York State Police issued an alert on Tuesday, July 23, following the disappearance of Dutchess County resident Maria Ortiz, of Poughkeepsie. Police noted that "Maria is small in stature," and has brown eyes, black hair, and of a thin build.   The images shown above are the only ones available at this time, police said. She is known to frequent the Poughkeepsie and New York City areas. Anyone with info on her whereabouts is asked to call state police at 84…