Carmellien Johnson, 16, was last seen in Excelsior, Minnesota on January 26, 2026. Her disappearance was described as out of character; family and friends reported it was unusual for her to be out of touch. When last seen she was about 5 feet 4 inches tall, medium build, with brown hair and brown eyes. She was wearing a black winter jacket, blue jeans, black boots, and may have been carrying a gray backpack.

Local authorities opened an investigation and have interviewed friends and classmates without locating her. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has added the case to its national database to widen the alert. There are few details about Carmellien’s last known movements, and investigators continue to appeal for any information, however small.

If anyone in Excelsior or nearby saw Carmellien on or after January 26, 2026, or has information about her whereabouts, please come forward.