Rapid City Police Sought Missing Thirteen-Year-Old

The Rapid City Police Department is asking residents for help locating 13-year-old Kayleigha Steele.

Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Pre-Teens

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Rapid City police are requesting public assistance to locate 13-year-old Kayleigha Steele, who was last seen on East Anamosa Street. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Local authorities are currently searching for 13-year-old Kayleigha Steele, who was last seen in the area of 757 East Anamosa Street. Rapid City police have investigated multiple locations and are now requesting assistance from the public.

Why it matters

The search is active as police seek to ensure the safety of the missing minor. Community cooperation is requested to help gather information that may assist investigators in locating the teenager.

The missing girl, 13-year-old Kayleigha Steele, was last spotted in the vicinity of 757 East Anamosa Street wearing black and white pajama pants. Authorities are actively pursuing leads to determine her location.

The players

Rapid City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations within the city.

Kayleigha Steele

The 13-year-old resident of Rapid City currently reported missing.

The details

Rapid City police are conducting a search operation to locate the missing minor after checking numerous locations throughout the area. Investigators are now relying on community tips to narrow the search radius. Any information regarding the teenager's location should be reported directly to the department via their official contact line.

Timeline

  1. October 14, 2026: Official report published regarding the missing person search.

The Home Front

Local missing persons investigations follow standardized law enforcement protocols designed to mobilize community resources quickly. These efforts are consistent with broader regional safety measures intended to secure the welfare of minors.

If you have information regarding the location of Kayleigha Steele, please contact the Rapid City Police Department at 605-394-4131 immediately. Residents in the area of 757 East Anamosa Street should remain alert and share any relevant details with authorities.

The takeaway

Public assistance is critical in this ongoing search for 13-year-old Kayleigha Steele. Anyone with information is urged to reach out to the Rapid City Police Department at 605-394-4131.

Further reading

For more information on local youth safety and community programs, visit Pre-Teens.