On a spring day in Dundee, Florida, 14-year-old Journee Smith was last seen on May 4, 2026. At approximately 5:00 PM, the young female, of Black/African American descent, was seen on foot. At the time of her disappearance, Journee was wearing black tights and a brown shirt with holes in the chest area. She also had on white shoes and was carrying a gray, blue, and black Adidas backpack. Her brown hair was styled with dreads in the front and a bun in the back. Journee is described as being 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighing 120 pounds, with brown eyes.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office was the investigating agency for Journee's case and a report was filed on the same day she was last seen. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance were concerning, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement. The details of her last known clothing and appearance were circulated in the hopes that someone might come forward with information.
The case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System the following day, May 5, 2026, to broaden the reach of the search efforts.
After a period of uncertainty, official reports confirmed that Journee Smith has been found alive. While the specific date of her recovery and the details of where and how she was found have not been publicly disclosed, the confirmation that she is no longer a missing person has brought immense relief. The case, which began with a report of a teenager vanishing on a Monday afternoon, has now been archived. This development marks the end of a distressing chapter for Journee's loved ones and the community that held out hope for her safe return.Last Seen: May 4, 2026
