NJ Teen Missing: Police Say Briana Choy Palacios May Be Traveling to NYC

The North Bergen Police Department is urgently asking for the public’s assistance in locating Briana Choy Palacios, a 16‑year‑old girl reported missing earlier this month. According to police, Briana was last seen on September 9, 2026, wearing a pink top, pink skirt, and beige sneakers. Investigators believe she may be using public transportation to travel into New York City, increasing the importance of public awareness across both New Jersey and NYC transit hubs.

Description & Key Details

• Name: Briana Choy Palacios
• DOB: November 1, 2009
• Missing From: North Bergen, New Jersey
• Case Number: 26‑086139
• Last Seen Wearing: Pink top, pink skirt, beige sneakers
• Possible Travel: May be using NJ Transit or other public transportation to New York City

How the Community Can Help

Authorities are urging residents in North Bergen, Hudson County, and commuters traveling between NJ and NYC to stay alert. Even small observations—such as seeing someone matching Briana’s clothing description or noticing a teen traveling alone—can be crucial.

Residents and commuters are encouraged to:

• Check home security cameras, Ring doorbells, and building surveillance from September 9 onward
• Pay attention at NJ Transit stations, bus stops, PATH stations, and NYC subway hubs
• Share Briana’s information widely across social media
• Report any possible sighting immediately

If you see Briana or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please call 911 or contact the North Bergen Police Department at: 📞 (201) 392‑2100 📧 tips@northbergenpd.com

Official Links & Helpful Resources

• North Bergen Police Department Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northbergenpolice
• Original Facebook Alert: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1afZogme91/
• NJ State Police Missing Persons Database: https://www.njsp.org/miss/
• National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC): https://www.missingkids.org
• AMBER Alert & NJ Missing Child Resources: https://amberalert.nj.gov

These resources allow the public to submit tips, follow updates, and share Briana’s information quickly.

Community Reminder

Missing juvenile cases rely heavily on public awareness. Sharing Briana’s photo, description, and official links increases the chances of locating her safely. Police stress that time is critical, especially when a missing teen may be traveling across state lines.

Have You Seen Her? North Bergen Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Missing Juvenile

If you have any information—no matter how small—please reach out immediately.

North Bergen Police Dept – Facebook