A 5-day-old baby girl has been reported missing in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Tnyiah Tyson, who was born on June 18, was last seen in the 600 block of East Altamonte Drive at the AdventHealth Altamonte Springs Hospital. According to a police report issued by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the newborn may be in the company of Latraka Fairley and Timothy Tyson, who are believed to be her parents.
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Public Information Officer Deana DiPaola tells PEOPLE that Altamonte Springs Police Department is “attempting a well-being check of newborn Tnyiah Tyson after leaving the hospital with her mother.” DiPaola adds that Tnyiah was not taken from the hospital. Police report names Lafraika Fairley and Timothy Tyson.
“They were last seen leaving the hospital with her mom in our jurisdiction,” DiPaola says. “Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation and the involvement of multiple agencies, including DCF [Florida Department of Children and Families], the child’s welfare is our top priority.”
Fairley, 28, is described in the police report as a Black female, 5 feet 8 inches tall, 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Timothy, 41, is described as a Black male, 5 feet 8 inches tall, 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Timothy has a burn on his right hand and several tattoos, including a “BJ” on his arm. He also has a tattoo of the world and a man with two guns on his back.
Florida police report that they are “attempting a well-being check of newborn Tnyiah Tyson” and have warned members of the public not to approach Fairley or Timothy Tyson but to contact Altamonte Springs Police Department at 407-339-2441 or via 9-1-1 with any information.
With concerns raised over the well-being of the missing 5-day-old baby girl, authorities are working diligently to locate her and ensure her safety. The involvement of multiple agencies, including the Florida Department of Children and Families, highlights the seriousness of the situation.
The detailed descriptions of the individuals involved, as well as the information about the vehicle they could be traveling in, serve as crucial details for the public to be aware of in the search efforts. The community’s cooperation and vigilance are essential in aiding law enforcement in their investigation to bring Tnyiah Tyson home safely.
As updates continue to emerge in this developing case, the priority remains on the safe return of the missing baby girl and the well-being of all those involved. The swift action and coordination between authorities underscore the dedication to ensuring the protection of the most vulnerable members of the community.
Efforts to spread awareness and gather information from the public play a vital role in situations like these, where time is of the essence in locating a missing child. The community’s support and cooperation are integral in the ongoing search and investigation to reunite Tnyiah Tyson with her family.