A missing 14-year-old Markham youth has been located, York Regional Police said Monday.
The update ends a public appeal launched after Katie was reported missing from the city.
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Markham: What police confirmed
York Regional Police said investigators with the force’s #2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau thanked the public and media for helping locate the youth.
The police update was issued on November 2, 2026.
Police identified the youth only by her first name and asked people to remove her photograph from circulation.
The release did not provide details about where she was located or disclose further information about her condition.
When Katie was last seen
Police previously said Katie was last seen at approximately 8 a.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026.
The reported sighting was in the area of Kings College Road and Green Lane in Markham.
At the time of the appeal, police and her family said they were concerned for her well-being.
Police described Katie as white, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and of thin build, with black and purple hair.
She was last seen wearing a black tank top, a black hoodie and sweatpants, police said.
Investigators also said she had a cross tattoo on her left wrist.
What happens next
York Regional Police did not announce any criminal charges or request additional information after confirming that Katie had been located.
The force’s standard missing-person guidance says people should report a missing person as soon as possible when there are concerns about their safety.
Police also advise the public to rely on current police updates when a missing-person investigation is active and to stop sharing images once authorities confirm that the person has been found.
Anyone with immediate concerns about a person’s safety should call 911.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the missing Markham youth been found?
Yes. York Regional Police said on November 2, 2026, that Katie had been located.
When was Katie last seen?
Police said she was last seen at about 8 a.m. on October 26, 2026, near Kings College Road and Green Lane in Markham.
How old is the Markham youth?
York Regional Police previously identified Katie as 14 years old.
Did police release details about where she was found?
No. The police update confirmed she was located but did not provide further details.
What did police ask the public to do?
Police thanked the public for its assistance and asked people to remove Katie’s photo from circulation.
Fact-Checked: Key details were checked against York Regional Police releases dated October 29 and November 2, 2026. ([yrp.ca](https://www.yrp.ca/news/missing-vulnerable-youth-markham?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: This report reflects the information publicly released by York Regional Police and will be updated if authorities provide further details.