Fort Myers Police Seek Missing Teen and Infant Daughter
Authorities are searching for 16-year-old Edilsy Roca and her one-month-old daughter, Kehlani Medina.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Babies
The Fort Myers Police Department is asking for public assistance to locate 16-year-old Edilsy Roca and her one-month-old daughter, Kehlani Medina. The two were last seen late Tuesday evening in the area of Swamp Cabbage Court.
Why it matters
Law enforcement officials are seeking information to confirm the safety and well-being of the mother and infant. Anyone with details regarding their current location is urged to contact the department immediately.
Edilsy Roca is 16 years old and was last seen wearing a pink shirt, black pants, and carrying a small pink backpack. Her daughter, Kehlani Medina, is one month old and was wearing a onesie when last seen.
The players
Fort Myers Police Department
This local law enforcement agency is responsible for investigating the disappearance and managing the search efforts.
Edilsy Roca
The 16-year-old mother is the subject of an active missing person search after being last seen on Tuesday night.
Kehlani Medina
The one-month-old infant is currently missing alongside her mother.
The details
The pair were last observed at 11:23 p.m. on Tuesday at Swamp Cabbage Court. Edilsy Roca was previously reported missing in 2021 when she was 12 years old.
Timeline
The pair was last seen at 11:23 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Edilsy Roca was previously reported missing in 2021.
Culture Shift
This case follows the established reporting frameworks used by local authorities when dealing with juvenile disappearances. Such investigations reflect the critical societal emphasis on the safety and rapid recovery of minors.
Residents in the area should remain observant and report any relevant information regarding the pair's potential whereabouts to the authorities. You can contact the police department directly at 239-321-7700 with any leads.
The takeaway
The public plays a vital role in providing timely information that can assist law enforcement during urgent missing person investigations. Residents should save the provided police contact number to assist with potential future safety alerts.
Further reading
For more information on local family safety resources, visit the Babies section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBBH.
