Bedfordshire Police are seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing mother and her four-year-old daughter.
Joana, 39, and her daughter Aliannah were reported missing yesterday after they were last seen in February at their residence in Luton. The last known contact with them was around three weeks ago, prompting concerns for their welfare.
Joana is described as Black, slim, and approximately 5ft 9″ tall. She has dark shoulder-length hair, typically worn in a ponytail. Her daughter Aliannah is also described as Black, slim, with black Afro-style hair often braided.
Authorities have revealed that the pair may have connections to the Handsworth area of Birmingham.
In a statement, Bedfordshire Police emphasized the importance of not speculating on the circumstances surrounding their disappearance. Instead, they urge the community to support their efforts by sharing information and reporting any sightings immediately.
Members of the public who may have seen Joana and Aliannah or have any information regarding their whereabouts are urged to contact Bedfordshire Police by calling 101 or reporting online, quoting reference MPL/499/24.