ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – The Maryland Heights Police Department (MHPD) is asking for the public’s help in finding Akiyah Shakira Jefferson, a 14-year-old girl who was last seen on April 10, 2025, around the 2000 block of Lakerun Court in Maryland Heights.
Maryland Heights Police reported that Jefferson was reported on April 14.
Officials say that the 14-year-old has relatives in Holmes County, located in Mississippi. Her relatives and law enforcement in Mississippi have been contacted surrounding Akiyah’s status, according to MHPD.
Akiyah is described as a Black girl who is 5’08” with black hair and brown eyes. She is believed to be 150 to 170 lbs.
Her clothing description at the time of her disappearance is unknown.
Anyone who may have seen Akiyah or has information is urged to call 911 immediately and contact Detective Sgt. Shane Monning with the Maryland Heights Police Department at 314-298-7847.
MHPD’s Communications Division can also be reached at 314-298-8700.