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Authorities searching for missing 15-year-old girl from Brooklyn Park
By Emily Baude at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
Brooklyn Park police are asking for help finding a missing 15-year-old girl last seen on July 8.
Bushra Othman Alsso was last seen around 8 p.m. leaving from the 9400 block of Decatur Drive North wearing a black dress and hijab, according to an alert from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Appre...
Key takeaway The BCA alert says Alsso is a 5-foot 4-inch, 97-pound girl with blue hair and brown eyes.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The disappearance of 15-year-old Bushra Othman Alsso is a concerning incident for the Brooklyn Park community, particularly given her history of being reported missing several times. As the search effort continues, residents in the area surrounding Decatur Drive North should remain vigilant and report any potential sightings to the authorities. The fact that Alsso was last seen in a residential area raises questions about the safety and support systems in place for vulnerable youth in the community. With the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension involved, the investigation is likely to be thorough, but the community's assistance is crucial in bringing Alsso home safely. As the Brooklyn Park Police Department works to locate Alsso, it is crucial for residents to be aware of the resources available to support missing youth and their families, and to consider how they can contribute to preventing such incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Brooklyn Park police are asking for help finding a missing 15-year-old girl last seen on July 8.
Bushra Othman Alsso was last seen around 8 p.m. leaving from the 9400 block of Decatur Drive North wearing a black dress and hijab, according to an alert from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Appre...
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