Keyona Unique Samuel, 15, was last seen in James City County, Virginia, on April 29, 2026, according to many missing-child warnings sent out by law enforcement-affiliated websites and child protection groups.
Authorities confirmed that Keyona is listed as a missing juvenile through the Virginia Missing Children’s Clearinghouse under case number VA26‑1762, and her disappearance has been shared across national missing‑child networks to widen public awareness.
Keyona is described as a Black female, currently 15 years old, with black hair, brown eyes, a height of 160 cm (5’3″), and a weight of 63 kg (138 lbs). These physical descriptors have been verified through official missing‑child bulletins.
A distinctive identifying feature noted by investigators and family is a small red heart tattoo under her right eye, a detail emphasized repeatedly in public alerts to help community members recognize her quickly if seen.
Organizations assisting in the search have urged the public to share Keyona’s information widely, stressing that even minor tips may help investigators locate her. Advocacy groups have reiterated that she has been missing since April 29 and that no confirmed sightings have been reported since that date.
Anyone with information about Keyona’s whereabouts is asked to contact the James City County Police Department at (757) 890‑3621, or the national hotline 1‑800‑THE‑LOST, as listed in official missing‑child alerts.
