The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the assistance of the public in locating a missing 12-year-old girl.

Danielle Latasha Hicks-Best was reportedly last seen at approximately 1:30 am on Saturday, January 3, 2009, at her residence located in the 700 block of Fairmont Street, NW. It appears at this time that she left her residence on her own accord; however as of this time she has failed to return.

Danielle is described as a black female, approximately 5’1” tall and weighing approximately 105 pounds. She is further described as having black hair, brown eyes and a medium complexion. It is unknown as to what type of clothing she was last observed wearing.

Danielle is in need of medication. There have been several reported sightings of her since her disappearance including the area of Georgia Avenue and Morton Street, NW, and the 600 blocks of Park Road and Morton Street, NW.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Danielle Latasha Hicks-Best is asked to call police at (202) 727-9099.