In January 2024, 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris vanished after stepping off her school bus in Detroit, Michigan. What started as a desperate search for a missing child soon unraveled into a chilling tale of grooming, betrayal, and heartbreak. Na'Ziyah should be living the last precious years of her girlhood—hanging out with friends, focusing on schoolwork, and dreaming of her future. Instead, her life was cruelly cut short. Her body remains unfound, and the man she once called her "uncle" now stands trial for her murder.
In this podcast, we dive into the devastating details surrounding Na'Ziyah's life, the events that led to her disappearance, and the ongoing fight for justice. Na’Ziyah’s story is a harrowing reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by so many young girls and the urgent need for change and protection.
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