Black and Missing: Baltimore woman found, but her disappearance highlighted ongoing national crisis

Alayia Berry returned to family

Special to the AFRO

Local police found Alayia Berry, a 21-year-old Baltimore woman who went missing on July 10, after a massive search involving dozens of police officers and volunteers, a helicopter and even a drone. The official search ensued after the woman’s family had been searching on their own for days.

“I am relieved to announce that my niece, Alayia, has been found. Hallelujah!!!” said aunt Alison Perry in a social media post July 15. “To everyone, I extend my heartfelt appreciation for your prayers and well wishes. Thank you for maintaining hope.”…

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