Crime & Safety

Baby Safe, Teen Mom Remains Missing In Decatur

Police said the teen​ remains missing after disappearing with her child around Saturday in Decatur.

DECATUR, GA — DeKalb County Police say they are still searching for a 16-year-old mother after her missing 1-year-old baby was reunited with family.

Police said Nyla remains missing after disappearing with her child around 9 a.m. Saturday in the 900 block of Wesley Club Drive. The child was returned to her grandmother, police said.

A last name was not provided for Nyla as police told Patch they do not release last names for missing juveniles.

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Police described Nyla as 5-feet-7-inches tall, weighing 170 pounds and having black hair. A description of her clothing was not available.

Anyone who may have seen Nyla is asked to call the Special Victims Unit, (770) 724-7710.

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