A Nairobi family is in agony after their 22-year-old daughter mysteriously disappeared after visiting a popular mall in the city. CCTV footage retrieved from the premises has since surfaced online, showing her last known movements before she went missing — sparking national concern and renewed calls for vigilance among city residents.
The missing woman, identified as [Name withheld pending police confirmation], was last seen on [day/date] at around 5:30 p.m., leaving the [Mall Name — e.g., TRM or The Junction Mall] where she had reportedly gone to meet a friend. According to her family, she never made it home, and her phone went off shortly afterward.
Last Moments Captured on CCTV
The CCTV footage, which has since been shared widely on social media, shows the young woman walking calmly through the mall corridors, dressed in a white top, blue jeans, and carrying a small black handbag. Moments later, she is seen exiting through the main gate before the footage cuts off.
Police have confirmed that the footage is now under investigation as part of ongoing efforts to trace her whereabouts. Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have visited the mall and interviewed several witnesses, including shop attendants and security guards on duty.
“We are treating this as a missing person case, but all leads are being followed,” said a DCI officer familiar with the case. “We urge anyone who may have seen her or has information about her movements after leaving the mall to come forward immediately.”
Family’s Heartbreaking Plea
Her family, who live in Kasarani, say the disappearance has left them devastated. Speaking to the media, her mother tearfully appealed to the public to help bring her daughter home safely.
“She told me she was going to meet a friend and that she would be home before dark,” the mother said. “We’ve called her phone nonstop, but it’s been off since that evening. We just want her back — dead or alive.”
Neighbors and friends have since joined the family in conducting searches across various parts of Nairobi, distributing posters and sharing her photos on social media platforms.
Public Outcry and Online Reaction
The story has caused a wave of emotion online, with thousands of Kenyans expressing shock and concern over the rising number of mysterious disappearances across the country. Hashtags such as #FindHer and #MissingInNairobi have been trending, as netizens urge the authorities to act swiftly.
“Every day we are seeing cases of young people vanishing without trace,” wrote one user. “It’s time the government treated this as a national crisis.”
Others have called on malls and public spaces to enhance surveillance and security checks to protect visitors, especially women and students.
Police Investigations Intensify
According to sources within the Nairobi DCI office, police are now analyzing data from the missing girl’s mobile phone records and social media accounts to trace her last communications. Authorities believe she may have been lured by someone she met online.
“We are following multiple leads,” said the officer. “Digital footprints are crucial in understanding who she met that day and where she might have gone afterward.”
Security experts have also advised Kenyans, especially young women, to exercise caution when meeting new acquaintances or visiting public spaces alone.
Rising Cases of Disappearances in Nairobi
The disappearance has reignited concerns about the increasing number of missing persons in Nairobi and other urban centers. According to reports, dozens of such cases are reported to the DCI every month, with some victims later found safe — but others never located.
Human rights groups have urged the government to establish a centralized missing persons database and improve public awareness to help families trace their loved ones faster.
“Every missing person deserves attention,” said one activist. “We must make it easier for citizens to report and follow up on these cases before it’s too late.”
Community and Media Join Search
Local journalists and online bloggers have joined the campaign to help trace the missing girl, sharing her photo and details widely. Radio stations and social media influencers are also using their platforms to keep the story alive and encourage Kenyans to remain vigilant.
“We will not stop until she’s found,” said a close family friend during a public gathering. “Someone knows something — we’re pleading with them to speak up.”
Ongoing Search and Hope
As the search continues, the family remains hopeful that their daughter will be found alive. They have urged Kenyans to share any helpful information with the nearest police station or call the family through the contacts provided on the official missing person posters.
“We still believe she’s out there,” said her father. “Please, if anyone has seen her, help us bring her home.”
