A Turquoise Alert has been issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for 8-year-old Maleeka Boone, last seen on Thursday at 6 p.m. in Coalmine, Arizona.
Search Underway for Missing Child in Navajo County
The Navajo Police Department is actively searching for Maleeka Boone, a Native American child from Navajo County. She is described as 4 feet 5 inches tall and weighing 50 lbs, with brown eyes and long, brown hair styled in French braids on both sides.
Maleeka was last seen on Cedar Loop in the Coalmine NHA housing area. She is believed to have been wearing a red jacket, blue jeans, and cowboy boots at the time of her disappearance.
Authorities have stated that Maleeka’s family has not heard from her and are concerned for her well-being. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is urged to contact the Navajo Police Department at 928-283-3111 or call 911.
The search area is currently focused on the Coalmine NHA housing area, but could expand as the investigation progresses. It is possible that additional resources will be deployed as the search continues. Investigators may also review surveillance footage and conduct interviews with residents in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maleeka Boone’s physical description?
Maleeka Boone is 4 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 50 lbs. She has brown eyes and long, brown hair with French braids on both sides.
Where was Maleeka Boone last seen?
Maleeka Boone was last seen on Thursday at 6 p.m. on Cedar Loop in the Coalmine NHA housing area in Coalmine, Arizona.
What should people do if they have information about Maleeka Boone?
If you have seen Maleeka Boone, contact the Navajo Police Department at 928-283-3111 or call 911.
What role might community awareness play in locating Maleeka Boone?
