Cancel BPD Missing Person Alert: 12-year-old La’Niya Johnson-Skinner, of Dorchester has been located.
Johnson- Skinner was last seen on Friday, April 17, 2026, in the area of Mascot Street in Dorchester. She is described as a black female, approximately 4”10” in height, 120 lbs. in weight, with medium brown skin, dark brown hair in a bun, last seen wearing a black Nike sweatshirt, baby blue shirt with a Boston Renaissance logo, black leggings, brown sandals, and a pink and black Elite backpack.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is advised to contact 911 or District B-3 (Mattapan) Detectives at 617-343-4712.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.