Teen Reported Missing In Wakefield; Police Ask For Help

Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding a teen who was reported missing.

By Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff

Jun 12, 2026 8:58 am EDT

A teen has been reported missing. (Wakefield police)

WAKEFIELD, MA — Police are trying to locate a teen who was reported missing.

Nijaya Kendrick, 17, is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and 160 pounds.

Nijaya has ties to Lynn and Boston.

Anyone with information can call the Wakefield Police Department at (781) 245-1212.

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