Lexington, NC — Authorities in Davidson County are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl who was last seen early Tuesday morning in Lexington, prompting an active investigation and a request for the public’s help.
According to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, the missing juvenile has been identified as Zayona Yort, a 12-year-old Hispanic female who is approximately 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighs about 85 pounds. Deputies say she has black hair and brown eyes.
Investigators say Zayona was last seen around 2:30 a.m. Tuesday in the area of New Jersey Church Road in Lexington, North Carolina. Authorities reported that she was wearing a black shirt, blue jeans, and Crocs shoes at the time she was last seen.
According to the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office, a missing person report was filed with the agency Tuesday at approximately 11 a.m., launching an ongoing search effort by deputies.
Officials have not yet released additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, and it remains unclear where she may have gone after she was last seen. Law enforcement officials say they are actively investigating the case and following up on available leads.
Authorities are urging residents in the Lexington and Davidson County areas to remain alert and report any possible sightings or information that could help locate the missing juvenile.
Anyone who has information about Zayona Yort’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office immediately.
Law enforcement officials say even small details could be important as investigators continue working to locate the missing child safely.
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