UPDATE: 12-year-old La-Niya Johnson-Skinner of Dorchester has been Safely Located
UPDATE: 12-year-old La-Niya Johnson-Skinner of Dorchester has been Safely Located
Original Post: BPD Missing Person Alert: The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in efforts to locate 12-year-old La’Niya Johnson-Skinner, of Dorchester.
Johnson- Skinner was last seen on Friday, April 17, 2026, in the area of Mascot Street in Dorchester. She is described as a black female, approximately 4”10” in height, 120 lbs. in weight, with medium brown skin, dark brown hair in a bun, last seen wearing a black Nike sweatshirt, baby blue shirt with a Boston Renaissance logo, black leggings, brown sandals, and a pink and black Elite backpack.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is advised to contact 911 or District B-3 (Mattapan) Detectives at 617-343-4712.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
