Critical Missing 16-Year-Old Female 

May 8, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA – Los Angeles Police Department officials report that the Southeast Division detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Aniyah Cole.

Aniyah Cole was last seen on May 6, 2026, around 8:00 p.m. in the 800 block of 173rd Street in Gardena. She has not been seen or heard from since. Her family is concerned for her safety.

Aniyah Cole has red hair and brown eyes. She stands approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 230 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black sweater, black pants and white shoes. She left the location on foot.

If you have seen or have any information regarding the whereabouts of Aniyah Cole, please contact Southeast area Watch Commander at (213) 972-7828. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Lastly, tipsters may also download the “P3 Tips” mobile application and select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

Source & photo: Los Angeles Police Department