News Summary
The Virginia Beach Police Department is asking for assistance in locating three missing teenagers: Alexcia Porter, Ally Lynn Redish, and Taijahne Slaughter. Each teenager’s disappearance raises concerns for their safety. The police urge anyone with information regarding their whereabouts to come forward, stressing the importance of community involvement in these critical cases. Reports suggest that engaging the public may yield crucial leads to aid in the search for these teens.
Virginia Beach – The Virginia Beach Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating three missing teenagers: Alexcia Porter, Ally Lynn Redish, and Taijahne Slaughter. Each case is raising concerns for their safety and well-being, with police urging anyone who may have seen them or has information regarding their whereabouts to come forward.
Missing Teenagers Overview
Fifteen-year-old Alexcia Porter was last seen on Monday, July 7, 2025, near Bonny Road in Virginia Beach. She was reportedly wearing a dark blue tracksuit and was without shoes at the time of her disappearance. The police emphasize the need for serious attention to her case, regardless of circumstances, as they investigate whether she may be in danger.
Thirteen-year-old Ally Lynn Redish was reported missing on June 19, 2025. Described as standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds, she has brown hair and hazel eyes. Notably, she has a tattoo reading “Steven Jacob Redish” on her right arm. At the time of her disappearance, the specifics of her last clothing remain unknown, although she is known to frequent the Twin Canal community near Lynnhaven Parkway and South Independence Boulevard.
Seventeen-year-old Taijahne Slaughter was reported missing on June 14, 2025. She stands at 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 115 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a blue and teal shirt with white letters paired with blue pajama pants featuring Minions. Her family has expressed concern, noting they have not been able to contact her and lack information regarding her whereabouts or potential companions.
Call for Information
The Virginia Beach Police encourage the community to assist in their efforts to locate these missing teenagers. Individuals who may have any information regarding Alexcia, Ally, or Taijahne are advised to reach out to the police for further assistance. For Alexcia, specific inquiries can be made through the police department, while those with information regarding Ally and Taijahne can also contact a missing persons detective at 757-385-4101.
Importance of the Cases
Detectives stress the critical nature of these cases, highlighting that every report of a missing teenager warrants an appropriate response, regardless of the circumstances. The police aim to ascertain whether the teenagers are safe or in need of assistance. Detectives are focusing on gathering any leads or sightings that could aid in resolving these cases promptly.
Community Engagement
The involvement of the public is essential in these situations. Each disappearance marks a significant concern for family members and friends, and police hope the awareness generated by these reports will encourage anyone with information to step forward. The collaborative effort between law enforcement and the community can be pivotal in ensuring the safety of these missing teens.
Virginia Beach residents are urged to monitor their surroundings and report any leads or suspicious activities to the police. Reports of such cases often involve social ties or local knowledge that can assist police in effective investigations. Whether through direct sighting or incidental information, community members play a crucial role in the search for these missing teenagers.
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Additional Resources
- 13 News Now: Missing Teen Ally Redish
- WTKR: Virginia Beach Police Looking for Missing 17-Year-Old Girl
- Wavy: Virginia Beach Teen Missing Since May
- Pilot Online: Family of Missing 12-Year-Old from Virginia Beach
- Wikipedia: Missing Person
- Google Search: Missing Teenagers Virginia Beach
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