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One of Three Portsmouth Girls Found Safe After Leaving Treatment Center as Search Continues for Two

Police now focus on locating the two remaining girls following a statewide CODI alert tied to hazardous weather.

Overview

  • Portsmouth police said on Jan. 23 that 14-year-old Jocelyn Krofek has been located and is safe after disappearing on Jan. 18.
  • Twelve-year-old Forever Scott and 16-year-old Darsha McAllister remain missing, with Scott classified as endangered due to her age.
  • Virginia State Police issued a CODI Alert Wednesday night citing inclement weather and detective information indicating the girls could be immobile in Northern Virginia, and Portsmouth detectives are coordinating with agencies there.
  • Authorities released descriptions and last-known clothing for the two still-missing girls to aid the search, and they are asking the public to report any sightings or tips.
  • Harbor Point’s CEO said staff notified law enforcement and guardians immediately and are cooperating with police, while Krofek’s grandmother previously questioned how quickly she was contacted.