The person at the center of this case
Ja'Niyah McMichael
Missing Person · Open
JA'NIYAH MCMICHAEL
Ja'Niyah McMichael, a 13-year-old girl, was reported missing from her home in Gary, Indiana on August 12, 2024. She was last seen wearing black pajama pants, a black hooded sweatshirt, and red/black shoes. The investigation suggests she may have been a victim of foul play. She has ties to Gary and East Chicago, Indiana.
Gary, Indiana
🏛️ FBI Indianapolis Field Office
Case Summary
Ja'Niyah McMichael, a 13-year-old girl, was reported missing from her home in Gary, Indiana on August 12, 2024. She was last seen wearing black pajama pants, a black hooded sweatshirt, and red/black shoes. The investigation suggests she may have been a victim of foul play. She has ties to Gary and East Chicago, Indiana.
Timeline of Events
👤
2024-08-12
Reported Missing
Ja'Niyah McMichael was reported missing from her home in the 1900 block of Malcom X Blvd in Gary, Indiana by her mother. Last seen wearing black pajama pants, black hooded sweatshirt, and red/black shoes.
Key Locations
Interactive map showing important locations related to this case
Points of Interest / Key Leads
🔍
evidence
Lead #1Last seen wearing black pajama pants, black hooded sweatshirt, and red/black shoes
📍
location
Lead #2Ties to Gary, Indiana and East Chicago, Indiana
💡
clue
Lead #3Investigation suggests victim of foul play
Have information about any of these leads?
Even the smallest detail could be the key to solving this case.
Case Information
Case Type:
Missing Person
Status:
Open
Case Number:210
Started:August 12, 2024
Last Updated:April 26, 2026
💰Up to $10,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case