16-Year-Old Maryland Girl Missing Since April 4

Family pleads for public's help to find Jamiya Dority, who disappeared over 10 days ago

Apr. 16, 2026 at 3:42am

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The family of 16-year-old Jamiya Dority from Prince George's County, Maryland is desperately searching for the missing teen, who was last seen on April 4 in Suitland. Jamiya's loved ones describe her as a bubbly, outgoing girl who loves dancing, doing hair, and making TikTok videos, and they are heartbroken by her disappearance, which is the longest time she has been gone without contact.

Why it matters

Jamiya's disappearance has deeply impacted her family, who say her presence and energy are sorely missed at home. As a critical missing person case, the community is rallying to help find the teenage girl and bring her home safely.

The details

Jamiya was last seen around 7:30 pm on April 4 near Rena Road in Suitland. This is the second time Jamiya has left her family's care, but the previous time they were able to find her within three days. Her mother and aunt say this latest disappearance, which has lasted over 10 days, is the longest Jamiya has been gone without any contact.

  • Jamiya was last seen on April 4, 2026 around 7:30 pm.
  • It has been over 10 days since Jamiya was last seen or heard from.

The players

Jamiya Dority

A 16-year-old girl from Prince George's County, Maryland who has been missing since April 4.

Johniece Coleman

Jamiya's mother, who is pleading for the public's help to find her daughter.

Mariya Dority

Jamiya's sister, who says the house feels empty without Jamiya's presence and energy.

Latosha Coleman

Jamiya's aunt, who says the family just wants Jamiya to come home safely.

Prince George's County Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating Jamiya's disappearance and asking the public for any information about her whereabouts.

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What they’re saying

“Jamiya, we love you; we need you to come home; we miss you; we miss your energy; your cat Tiana misses you as well. We need you to come home.”

— Johniece Coleman, Jamiya's mother

“It's just like the house is empty and stuff.”

— Mariya Dority, Jamiya's sister

“We just really want her to come home. She has so many outlets and people that she can talk to.”

— Latosha Coleman, Jamiya's aunt

What’s next

Prince George's County police are asking anyone with information about Jamiya's whereabouts to contact them immediately.

The takeaway

Jamiya's disappearance has left her family deeply concerned for her safety and wellbeing. As the search continues, the community is rallying to support the family and provide any information that could help bring the 16-year-old home safely.