The Edmonton Police Department has issued a call to the public for assistance in locating a missing teen, Juannita Calliou, last sighted mid-October on Whyte Avenue.
Sixteen-year-old Juannita was officially reported missing on October 10th. She is of Indigenous descent, standing at an approximate height of 5 feet 7 inches, weighing in at 200 pounds. She is easily identifiable by her brown hair and a distinctive rose tattoo adorning her forearm. Her last known whereabouts trace back to the week of October 16th, where she was spotted in the vicinity of Whyte Avenue availing youth services.
Typically known for using public transit systems, Juannita is reported to often frequent areas located downtown and along Whyte. Furthermore, she holds ties with the Peace River community and it is speculated that she might have sought a journey to the area.
The police department entreats anyone privy to any information, that could potentially aid in locating Juannita, to make contact. Information can be relayed through phone call on 780-423-4567. For those wishing to contribute information anonymously, the police suggest reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. In this dire hour of necessity, the department seeks cooperation from the public whilst also respecting the urgency and privacy of this matter.