Crime Solvers Central
Crime Solvers Central
298 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.

Case Description    (LOCATED)

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP109501) and 3 other sources
In the late summer of 2023, a sense of unease settled over a Fort Worth, Texas community when 15-year-old Jaliyah Goodjoint was reported missing. Her last known whereabouts were on September 1, 2023, and from that day forward, her family and friends were left with a void of unanswered questions and growing concern. Jaliyah, a young female with her life ahead of her, had vanished, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement who sought the public's help in locating her. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance were not publicly detailed, adding to the mystery and the distress of those who knew her.

As days turned into weeks, and weeks into months, the search for Jaliyah continued. Information provided by the Benbrook Police Department described her as being 66 inches tall and weighing between 115 and 120 pounds. She is a Black female with brown hair and hazel eyes. Community efforts to find her amplified the official investigation, with her case being shared across various platforms in the hope that a crucial tip would surface. Despite these efforts, tangible leads that could pinpoint her location remained elusive, leaving her loved ones in a prolonged state of uncertainty.

In a welcome turn of events, the investigating agency has reported that Jaliyah Goodjoint has been found alive. Specific details regarding the date and the circumstances of her recovery have not been widely publicized, leaving the information vague. The news of her being found has brought a sense of relief, concluding a period of intense worry for her family and community. The overview of this case highlights the terrifying reality of a missing child, the subsequent investigation and community response, and the eventual positive outcome of her being safely located.

Last Seen: Sep 1, 2023