LOS ANGELES, California — After authorities issued an Ebony Alert, a 19-year-old missing woman in Los Angeles was located on February 19th, 2024, bringing relief to her family and community. Sanai Makayla Singh, who sparked concern after she disappeared, was last seen at her residence on Friday morning, as reported by the Los Angeles Police Department.
The distressing ordeal was particularly felt by Singh’s mother, Adrienne Hutchinson, who tearfully pleaded for her daughter’s safe return. “Sanai, baby I hope you’re listening to this. Please come home,” Hutchinson expressed. “The family misses you. We love you.“
In response to the missing person report, law enforcement dispatched officers to distribute flyers in areas where Singh was believed to frequent. Detectives indicated that there were indications Singh might have been in the Venice area.
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The activation of an Ebony Alert underscored the urgency of the situation. Designed to locate Black children and young Black women in California, the alert system aims to address the disproportionate number of missing individuals and those at risk of exploitation, particularly in cases of sex trafficking.
With Singh now safely located, authorities are working to ensure she receives any necessary support and assistance. The swift resolution of her case serves as a reminder of the importance of community cooperation and swift action in such situations, as well as the critical role played by emergency alert systems in safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
