Dothan Police Searched for Missing Teenager
The Dothan Police Department is asking for public assistance to locate 17-year-old Lyriq Caldwell.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Current Conditions
Lyriq Caldwell was last seen on Oct. 12 near the 100 block of Oakland Drive in Dothan. Authorities issued an alert for the teenager, who may be in the area of Alabama Avenue.
Why it matters
Law enforcement agencies rely on community reports to help identify the whereabouts of missing individuals in a timely manner. The police are requesting that anyone with information contact their department immediately.
The Dothan Police Department is actively managing the search and has released contact numbers 334-793-0215 and 334-615-3632 for information. The teenager is described as 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighing approximately 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
The players
Dothan Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations within the city of Dothan, Alabama.
Lyriq Caldwell
She is the 17-year-old individual who was reported missing by local authorities.
The details
Authorities have requested public assistance to locate Lyriq Caldwell following her disappearance on Oct. 12. Investigators believe she may be in the area of Alabama Avenue.
Timeline
Lyriq Caldwell was last seen on Oct. 12, 2026.
The Dothan Police Department issued the runaway alert on Oct. 13, 2026.
Legal Context
This missing person investigation follows the established National Center for Missing & Exploited Children's missing child alert protocols. Such cases are managed by local law enforcement to ensure standardized reporting and search coordination across the jurisdiction.
Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and report any potential sightings of the teenager to the police immediately. The investigation may require increased attention in the Alabama Avenue area as officers continue their search efforts.
The takeaway
Community awareness is often the most critical factor in helping locate missing youth quickly. Residents are encouraged to save the provided police contact numbers in case they see the teenager.
Further reading
For more information on safety and alerts in the area, see Current Conditions.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wiregrass Daily News.
