Missing Girl May Be With Owings Mills Man

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ROCKVILLE, MD — Montgomery County Police are asking the public for help in locating a missing teenager.

Naja Haley Joseph, 15, of the 5500 block of Dowgate Court in Rockville, was last seen about 9 a.m. Saturday, authorities say.

Naja is described as an African-American female, 5’ 9” tall, and weighing 125 pounds. She has brown eyes and black medium length hair. Her hair is styled in twist braids. When she left home, she was wearing a black jacket, black Adidas pants, and black sandals.

Police say the girl may be traveling with Roberto Lucas, a male friend who is 21 years old. He lives in the 4700 block of Lyons Run Circle in Owings Mills.

Lucas is described as an African-American male who is 6’ tall, weighs 200 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. He may be wearing a red jacket and black pants. Lonzo Lucas may be driving a black, 2008 Nissan Altima with Maryland tag 1BZ3570.

Police and family are concerned for Naja’s emotional and physical welfare due to her age.

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Naja Joseph or Roberto Lucas is asked to call the Montgomery County Police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000. Callers may remain anonymous.

»Photo of Naja Haley Joseph, courtesy of Montgomery County Police