Police asking for public’s help to locate missing and endangered Henrico teen

Police asking for public’s help to locate missing and endangered Henrico teen

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- The Henrico County Police Division is asking for the public's help to safely locate a 17-year-old missing and endangered teen.

Janelle D. Pierson was last seen on March 16 leaving on foot in the 700 block of Brookwood Glen Terrace, and according to police, has not been seen or heard from since.

17-year-old Janelle D. Pierson (Photo courtesy: Henrico County Police Division)

Pierson is described by police as a Black female with black hair and brown eyes. She stands at 5 feet and 6 inches and weighs about 150 pounds. She is also known to frequently be in the Petersburg and Amelia County areas.

There are concerns about Pierson's safety and anyone with information is asked to call Henrico Police at 804-501-5000 or 911.