Philadelphia Authorities Issue Public Appeal to Locate Missing 16-Year-Old Trinity Nicholson From 19th District

Philadelphia Police seek public help to find Trinity Nicholson, 16, last seen March 16 leaving her home on Kershaw Street in the 19th District.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 18, 2026, 11:19 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Philadelphia Police Department

Urgent Search Initiated in West Philadelphia Neighborhood

The Philadelphia Police Department has launched a formal investigation into the disappearance of 16 year old Trinity Nicholson, who was last seen in the city’s 19th District. According to police records, the teenager was observed leaving her home on the 5200 block of Kershaw Street at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 16. Authorities are treating the case as a priority missing juvenile investigation and are currently canvassing the surrounding areas for any potential witnesses or surveillance footage.

Physical Description and Last Known Identification

According to the official description released by Southwest Detectives, Nicholson is approximately 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighs around 120 pounds. She is identified as having brown eyes and long, black, braided hair, which investigators hope will make her easily recognizable to members of the public. At the time she was last seen, she was wearing a gray zip up jacket paired with green plaid pajama pants, a clothing combination that has been highlighted in regional alerts to assist in identification.

Southwest Detectives Coordinate Regional Search Efforts

The investigation is being managed by the Southwest Detective Division, which is responsible for oversight in the 19th District. According to department protocols for missing minors, investigators have expanded their search beyond the immediate neighborhood to include transportation hubs and local gathering spots. The department has not indicated any known destination for the teenager, making public tips a critical component of the ongoing efforts to ensure her safety.