Jan. 2, 2026 update

Wetaskiwin RCMP advise that Vada Baptiste, reported missing on Dec. 15, 2025, has been located and is safe.

No further details have been provided.

Original missing persons report

Wetaskiwin RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating a missing 14-year-old.

Vada Baptiste was last seen in Wetaskiwin on Dec. 15 but may be in the Edmonton, Red Deer or Hinton areas, according to Wetaskiwin RCMP. Police say there is concern for Vada’s well-being.

Vada is described as five feet four inches tall, approximately 114 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.

Vada was previously reported missing on Sept. 26 and was located safely on Nov. 4.

Anyone with information on Vada’s whereabouts is asked to contact Wetaskiwin RCMP at 780-312-7200 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.

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