Police searching for West Philly 10yearold reported missing 1 week ago
Nov 02, 2026
Philadelphia police are searching for 10-year-old Jalayshia “Malayshia” Alford, who was reported missing on Monday, Oct. 26.
Alford was last seen at around 7:30 a.m. at the 500 block of North Simpson Street and was wearing “a blue uniform polo or button-up shirt, blue skirt, blue pullover,
blue stockings and either Crocs or black sneakers. She also wears glasses.” police said.
Alford may be at risk for special harm or injury, police said.
Neighbors of Alford’s home said that they saw police searching the area on Monday with dogs.
Anyone who sees Alford or has information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the PPD at 215-686-3183 or 215-686-3184.
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