13-year-old Queens girl missing from home, NYPD says

Missing Teenager from Queens Sparks Investigation, NYPD Scrambles for Clues

A 13-year-old girl from Queens went missing over the holiday weekend, leaving her family frantically searching for answers. Riya Riya was last seen on Sunday at around 4:30 pm outside her home located on 101st Avenue and 110th Street in South Richmond Hill.

According to authorities, Riya's mother stepped out of the house briefly, but when she returned, the teenager was nowhere to be found. The NYPD has stated that there is no clear reason behind her disappearance, although this is not Riya's first time going missing.

Details about the incident continue to emerge, as police have described Riya as being approximately 5'2" in height and weighing 130 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, black pants, and white and yellow shoes.

With no clear motive identified, officials are now urging anyone with information to come forward. They can reach out to the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-577-TIPS (8477) for Spanish speakers, or submit tips through their website.
 
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