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Families don’t always have the financial resources to respond appropriately when their child is missing. They might not be able to afford a private investigator or take off from work to help look for their child and follow up with law enforcement and the media.
September 28, 2023
Nonprofit demands for Memphis Riverboats to make changesMEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The CEO of the Dock Ellis Foundation said for Memphis Riverboats to carry up to 300 patrons and be off-land for two hours, there needs to be more sense of security.
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September 27, 2023
Body of Tamia Taylor, who went missing from a riverboat cruise, found in the Mississippi RiverAccording to law enforcement authorities with the Memphis Police Department and the Crittenden County Sheriff’s Office, the body of Tamia Taylor was found in the Mississippi River on Sept. 23.
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September 26, 2023
Memphis organization addresses lack of resources for missing Black womenMEMPHIS, Tenn — ABC24 is highlighting one group dedicated to assisting searches and raising awareness. Tamia Taylor was reported missing on September 10 after visiting downtown Memphis last Saturday to go on a Riverboats cruise. Her body was found in the Mississippi River on September 23.
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September 26, 2023
Body found after 21-year-old goes missing from Mississippi riverboat birthday cruise: ‘This is very traumatic’A body has been recovered in the Mississippi River near the area where a 21-year-old woman went missing while out on a riverboat birthday cruise, police said.
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September 25, 2023
Body found after 21-year-old never got off birthday cruise on Mississippi River, cops sayA body was recovered from the Mississippi River two weeks after a 21-year-old woman went missing during a riverboat cruise, Tennessee police say.
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September 6, 2023
EPISODE 15: The MissingWhen artist Tonee Turner went missing on New Year’s Eve 2019, family, friends and community members began searching for the talented person who had brightened the lives of the people around her. Years later, Tonee’s whereabouts are still unknown and questions still remain.
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September 4, 2023
Missing 15-year-old girl from Dayton found safe thanks to community effort and Dock Ellis FoundationDAYTON , Ohio (WKEF) -- A 15-year-old girl is home safe Monday after disappearing for nearly a week. Saniya Sanders was found Sunday night around 7 p.m. after leaving her Dayton home last Tuesday, August 29.
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July 6, 2023
Dock Ellis Foundation to accept donations supporting family of slain 2-year-oldDETROIT, Mich. (WLNS) — Family members of Wynter Ava’Mae Cole-Smith, whose body was found in Detroit Wednesday, announced that it is collecting donations through the nonprofit Dock Ellis Foundation.
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July 6, 2023
'I’m upset I wasn’t here for her': Wynter Smith's father grapples with loss after 2-year-old's body foundDETROIT (FOX 2) - The father of Wynter Cole Smith, who was found dead in Detroit on Wednesday after being kidnapped over the weekend [..]
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July 5, 2023
National organization joins search for missing toddler Wynter SmithA national organization has joined the search for 2-year-old Wynter Smith, saying their phones have been ringing off the hook.
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July 5, 2023
Body of missing Lansing girl Wynter Cole Smith found in Detroit; investigation ongoingLANSING — Lansing police confirmed Wednesday night they have found Wynter Cole Smith's body on Detroit's east side.
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July 5, 2023
Grandfather of missing Wynter Smith 'hasn't slept or eaten' since her Amber AlertThe nightmare for the family of Wynter Cole Smith continues as the 2-year-old has been missing for three days now.
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June 29, 2023
Family desperate for answers in missing pregnant woman case
The search continues for missing 22-year-old who vanished more than four months ago while nine months pregnant.
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June 29, 2023
Family Of Missing Pregnant Woman In Beaumont Desperate For Answers As Search IntensifiesCajairah Fraise, 22, was nine months pregnant when she went missing and was set to deliver her baby boy on March 29.
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May 31, 2023
SBI called in to aid search for missing Halifax County mother after WRAL News questioned investigationInvestigators say the SBI has been called in to join the search for Jewel Sykes, a Halifax County mother who disappeared nearly four months ago.
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May 31, 2023
SBI jons search for Halifax County mother missing for monthsInvestigators say the SBI has been called in to join the search for Jewel Sykes, a Halifax County mother who disappeared nearly four months ago.
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May 24, 2023
Family looking for answers in February disappearance of North Carolina mother of three, Jewel SykesThe 37-year-old was last seen on February 2, 2023, in Halifax County, North Carolina.
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May 21, 2023
Family alleges lack of interestROCK COUNTY FATHER OF 5 VANISHES
Tammy James has not seen or heard from her son in six months. She last spoke with Christopher Miller on Nov. 18 after he learned there was a warrant out for his arrest. James told her son to take care of his legal problems. But early the next day, the Wisconsin State Patrol tried to pull him over for speeding and Miller, 27, of... |
May 18, 2023
Endangered Missing Alert issued for San Luis Valley man | KRDOBLANCA, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has issued an Endangered Missing Alert for a man last seen in Blanca, Colorado, in the San Luis Valley.
According to the Blanca Police Department (BPD), 46-year-old Kenny John was last seen May 12 in the area of 400 Broadway St. in Blanca. He was last seen with a 2023 white Polaris Ranger 1000 Premium and a black Rettig flatbed trailer that are also missing. |
April 13, 2023
Foundation helping family of missing womanThe Dock Ellis Foundation is a national missing persons organization dedicated to bringing home minorities.
According to a press release received April 6 from the organization, “We are assisting Ms. Jewel’s family with hope we can bring her home to her family, most importantly her children. We have activated our 24-hour hotline (888-222-6050). |
April 11, 2023
Tulsa Police looking for missing womanTULSA, Okla. — Tulsa Police are looking for a woman who has been missing since April 3.
According to police, those close to 32-year-old Joyce Gipson filed a missing persons report in April. Her family says she was last seen April 3 in Tulsa. They say she was headed to the Tulsa Mass Transit District around 6:30 a.m. to take the bus to a temp job. |
April 10, 2023
HCSO seeking missing womanLaw enforcement is looking for a woman who has been missing for over a month and was last seen at a Waffle House in Baytown.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office and Texas EquuSearch are looking for Amy Sonier, 38, last seen March 5 near the Waffle House in the 7200 block of Garth Road. Authorities have said they believe Sonier was last seen with her boyfriend, Dion Conner. |
April 11, 2023
Ellis foundation takes role in case of missing Weldon womanThe Dock Ellis Foundation has taken a role in assisting in the search for a missing Weldon woman.
The foundation is the legacy of the late Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Dock Ellis and is a national missing persons organization dedicated to bringing minorities home. |
April 1, 2023
Local foundation helping children and families searching for their loved onesDAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Nearly 300 people have been reported missing in Ohio this year alone. Local non-profits are working to support them
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Missing person – Shariff “Pete” GoldstonThe Camden County Police Department is looking for a missing adult from Whitman Park.
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March 31, 2023
Dock Ellis Foundation Easter fundraiserSince the start of the year, more than 300 people have been reported missing in Ohio.
One, local non-profit is working hard to support those families, here and across the country. Dayton 24/7 Now's Clara Faith has more. |
March 6, 2023
Weldon PD searches for missing womanThe Weldon Police Department is looking for Jewel Sykes due to her being reported missing at about 11:30 a.m. on March 3.
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March 13, 2023
Family continues search for missing Garrison manGARRISON, Texas (KTRE) - The search for 31-year-old Don’Tavia Bryant of Garrison is entering its third week, as he went missing on Feb. 26. He was last seen at a Bossier City Casino.
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Jan 25, 2023 Updated Feb 7, 2023
17-year-old Denver boy to be tried as adult in 16-year-old girl's december slayingDenver District Attorney's Office prosecutors charged a 17-year-old as an adult in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old girl, whose body was found behind a dumpster in December.
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March 7, 2023
Garrison area man missing from La. casinoAuthorities are seeking clues about the disappearance of a Garrison area man from a Louisiana casino.
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March 6, 2023
Texas man reported missing from Margaritaville CasinoBossier City Police need help locating a man reportedly last seen at a local casino in late February. Don’Tavia Bryant, 31, of Garrison, TX was reported missing by a family member on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.
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February 26, 2023
Search effort for missing Denver woman includes bloodhounds, flyers, supportersMany times families have to take actions into their own hands. Dock Ellis Foundation, Justice Takes Flight & Miranda Conners family conducted searched efforts today with hopes of bringing Miranda Home.
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February 25, 2023
Family, friends and volunteers search for missing mother from DenverDENVER — Family and friends are still hanging on to hope that Miranda Conner, a mother from Denver, will be found. According to police, the mother of two was last seen in the area of West 85th Avenue and North Pecos Street in Federal Heights.
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February 25, 2023
Search effort for missing Denver woman includes bloodhounds, flyers, supportersFamily, friends and supporters of a missing Denver woman gathered Saturday at an apartment complex...
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February 16, 2023
Denver police says missing woman Miranda Conner could be in dangerThe family of missing 30-year-old Miranda Conner is asking for the community's help in finding her whereabouts.
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Feb 15, 2023
Denver mother of two missing for nearly two weeksMiranda Conner's mother is asking anyone with information to talk to police.
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February 15, 2023
Where is Miranda Conner? Colorado Woman Vanished Earlier this MonthAuthorities in Colorado are looking for Miranda Conner. The 30-year-old missing woman hasn’t been in contact with her loved ones since at least the beginning of the month, and now they’re worried about her.
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February 14, 2023
Mother of missing Denver woman seeks answersMiranda Conner, 30, was last seen in the early morning hours of Feb. 3 in the Green Valley Ranch neighborhood of Denver.
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February 12, 2023
‘She didn’t go missing by accident;’ More than 60 volunteers search for missing Dayton mother
DAYTON — Around 70 volunteers searched areas of southwest Dayton Saturday in the hopes of finding any leads that could bring Cierra Chapman home. Continue Reading |
February 9, 2023
‘Very large search’ to be conducted for missing Dayton woman, Cierra ChapmanDAYTON — Dayton police are continuing to search for Cierra Chapman, who has been missing since the . . . Continue Reading |
February 12, 2023
'He wants his mom' Dayton Police continues to search for Cierra Chapman
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February 10, 2023
FBI searching for missing Dayton mother as the family continues to find her
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February 10, 2023
Police Say Ohio Mother Missing Since December 'Didn’t Go Missing By Accident,' Large-Scale Search UnderwayCierra Chapman disappeared on Dec. 27 after leaving her ex-boyfriend's Dayton-area apartment, according to police. Continue Reading |
February 10, 2023
FBI offering $10,000 reward for information leading to recovery of missing Dayton womanThe FBI is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the whereabouts of Cierra Chapman, Dayton police Maj. Continue Reading |
February 09, 2023
‘Very large search’ to be conducted for missing Dayton woman, Cierra Chapman
DAYTON — Dayton police are continuing to search for Cierra Chapman, who has been missing since the end of December. Continue Reading |
February 08, 2023
Police ask for help finding missing woman
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February 05, 2023
Redmond mother desperate to find mentally ill sonA Redmond mother is desperate to find her mentally ill son, who walked away from their home nearly two weeks ago.
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February 01, 2023
Hot Stove on '71 All-Star GameTo commence Black History Month, Ron Darling and Matt Vasgersian reflect on starters Dock Ellis vs. Vida Blue in the 1971 All-Star Game.
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January 29, 2023
Ohio Search Team Partners with the Dock Ellis Foundation to Optimize Search Coverage
The Search and Rescue members of the Ohio Special Response Team (OSRT) are proud to announce our alliance with the Dock Ellis Foundation.
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January 29, 2023
Columbus police: 6-month-old twin involved in December Amber Alert diesCOLUMBUS, Ohio (WOIO) - Columbus Police Department officials confirmed that 6-month-old Ky’air Thomas, who was at the center of an Ohio Amber Alert on Dec. 19, 2022, died late Saturday night.
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January 25, 2023
Missing 10-year-old girl found safe, St. Paul Police report[UPDATE -- Jan. 25, 2023: St. Paul police reported Wednesday afternoon that the girl had been found safe, and continued, "Thank you to everyone who shared our post and offered assistance".]
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January 18, 2023
Cierra Chapman's family: 'We're feeling anxious, We just want to know'DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- A search for a missing woman last seen in Trotwood was held on Sunday. Cierra J. Chapman, 30, was last seen early Tuesday, Dec. 27, leaving her ex-boyfriend's apartment in Trotwood, according to Dayton Police Maj. Brian Johns.
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January 18, 2023
More than 60 volunteers help search for missing Dayton woman
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DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The community came together for a major search for a missing Dayton woman, Cierra Chapman.
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January 12, 2023
‘She’s a fighter’: Family of missing Dayton woman pleading for community’s help
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Family members of Cierra Chapman are pleading for the public’s help to find her after she has been reported missing for more than two weeks.
January 12, 2023
‘Suspicious’ circumstances surrounding Ohio woman’s disappearanceMIDDLETOWN, Ohio (WXIX) - A search for a missing woman continues nearly a week after her vehicle was found in Middletown.
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January 12, 2023
Dayton police searching for missing Dayton woman after car found in Middletown
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January 12, 2023
Police investigating ‘suspicious disappearance’ of woman last seen in Trotwood; Can you help?The Dayton Police Department is investigating what they consider the “suspicious disappearance” of a woman missing since the end of December.
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January 12, 2023
Dayton police seek public’s help in ‘very suspicious’ missing person investigationDayton police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing woman who was last seen in late December. Continue Reading |
December 31, 2022
Dock Ellis Foundation believes Amber Alert could have saved teen's lifeDenver police are still investigating the death of a 16-year-old girl, who investigators believe was killed Monday morning.
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December 28, 2022
Family says teen found dead Monday was likely killed days earlierTayanna Manuel was reported missing on Christmas Eve. DENVER — The family of a 16-year-old girl found dead on Monday morning believes she was killed days earlier in a shooting that sent her boyfriend to the hospital. Continue Reading |
December 26, 2022
Dock Ellis Foundation Inc. helps locate missing kids of color across the US, recently worked Denver caseDENVER — When a child goes missing, depending on the situation, an Amber Alert is issued. However, it doesn't apply to all families and all cases. Continue Reading |
December 22, 2022
Upset about Columbus case of missing twin Kason Thomas? Here's how you can help:The search for missing 5-month-old Kason Thomas drags on Thursday morning — with a focus on Montgomery County. Continue Reading |
December 22, 2022
Ohio AMBER Alert: Nonprofit helps family search for missing 5-month-old boyDAYTON — Its been over 48 hours since a 5-month-old boy was taken away from his parents. Continue Reading |
December 22, 2022
Ohio Amber Alert: Search continues for missing infantThe search for a missing child who was inside a vehicle stolen Monday night continued into Wednesday morning, with still no sign of the child, the vehicle or the woman who is accused of taking both. Continue Reading |
December 22, 2022
Search Continues For Missing Twin Abducted In ColumbusAs of Wednesday afternoon, authorities had not located 5-month-old Kason Thomass, the woman accused of abducting him and his twin on Monday, or the stolen vehicle she drove away.
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November 7, 2022
Black women are missing in KC.When Claire Donawa learned about Gabby Petito, she said she immediately noticed how much media attention and resources went into searching for the white 22-year-old travel blogger, who went missing in August 2021. Continue Reading |
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October 6, 2022
Jacqueline Reyes, bring her home -
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September 21, 2022
Two bodies found in Orange County identified as missing teensTwo bodies were found off Buckhorn Road in Hillsborough Sunday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office. Continue Reading |
August 15, 2022
CPS employee caught on camera telling 14-year-old girl to becomeA Children’s Protective Services (CPS) employee was caught on camera telling a 14-year-old girl in foster care at a Harris County hotel to become a prostitute. Continue Reading |
August 15, 2022
Employee of the Connecticut Department of Children and FamiliesAn employee of the Connecticut Department of Children and Families has been arrested for helping a child sex trafficker avoid police. Continue Reading |
July 18, 2022
Justice for Marvin ‘Von’ McCray.
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July 17, 2022
61 arrested in sting targeting prostitution, human traffickingSAN ANTONIO – A sting operation targeting prostitution and human trafficking resulted in the arrests of 61 people in four counties. Continue Reading |
July 15, 2022
Boy, 13, charged in fatal shooting of 14-year-old girlA 13-year-old Detroit boy has been charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a 14-year-old girl, authorities said. Continue Reading |
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July 9, 2022
MISSING P : Tierra Richardson, 20-Years-Old; Last Seen In parkThe St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office seeks your help in locating a missing person: Tierra N. Richardson, 20y/o black female. Last seen: 07/05/22 in Lexington Park Continue Reading |
July 8, 2022
31-year-old man missing
Police are looking for a man who has been missing for over a week, the Kansas City Police Department said Thursday. Continue Reading |
July 8, 2022
Identity released: Missing mother of abandoned babyA missing persons report has been filed for the mother of a baby boy who was found alone, and wearing nothing but a diaper, at a southwest Houston apartment complex Tuesday. Continue Reading |
July 4, 2022
Ex-Detroit Police Officer Stefon Hodo
The Detroit Police Department are searching for ex-Detroit Police Officer Stefon Hodo. His guns and car were used by the suspect that was caught on video firing shots into a home. Continue Reading |
July 4, 2022
Dawnita WilkersonDate(s) of Birth Used March 14, 1976 Place of Birth Evansville, Indiana Hair Black Eyes Brown... Continue Reading |
July 4, 2022
My Story! My reasonHello my name is Jasmine Lee I run The Dock Ellis Foundation here in Vegas. Dock Phillip Ellis Jr. (March 11, 1945 – December 19, 2008) was an American professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball as ... Continue Reading |
July 4, 2022
Florida Missing Child Alert issued for 6-year-old girl
A Florida Missing Child Alert was issued for a 6-year-old girl who was last seen near the 4700 block of South Cleveland Avenue in Fort Myers. Continue Reading |
July 3, 2022
Azsia Johnson
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July 3, 2022
She disappeared’: Woman searching for daughter missing since 2018MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - The holidays are especially difficult for Machelle Goldsmith. Her daughter Lakira “Pigg” Goldsmith went missing days after Thanksgiving in 2018. Continue Reading |
July 3, 2022
FOUND - Joshua Hill
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