MISSING: Columbus police seek help locating 17-year-old runaway
The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 17-year-old girl reported as a juvenile runaway.
According to police, Yasmine McPhail was last seen around 10 p.m. Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the area of the 2200 block of Sixth Avenue in Columbus. She was reported missing that same day.
McPhail is described as a Black female with brown hair and brown eyes. Her height and weight were not provided by police, and her clothing description is unknown.
The department’s Special Victims’ Unit is investigating and is asking anyone with information about McPhail’s whereabouts to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or contact the Columbus Police Department’s Special Victims’ Unit at 706-225-3449. Information can also be provided to lead investigator Corporal Clements.
CNAW2News.com will provide updates as additional information becomes available.
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