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Esube Izzy Wondwossens family is desperately looking for answers after the Howard University senior suddenly disappeared earlier this week. As days continue to pass without word from the 22-year-old, her loved ones are asking the public to remain vigilant. And, theyre hoping anyone with information will come forward and help bring her home safely.
According to the Black and Missing Foundation, Wondwossen was last seen on the morning of September 15 after leaving the Pentagon Metro station in Arlington, Virginia, shortly before 8 a.m. Her sister, Helina Wondwossen, told News4 that the family did not learn until three days later that Izzy had reached the Pentagon area.
Her family says Wondwossens father dropped her off at the Branch Avenue Metro Station around 7 a.m., believing she was heading to school for her usual commute. He reportedly said she appeared happy and in good spirits, and nothing about the morning seemed unusual.
However, investigators and her family later learned that Wondwossen was reportedly seen getting off a Metro bus around 8:25 a.m. near Reading Avenue and Beauregard Street in Alexandria. Her loved ones say they do not know why she would have gone to Alexandria. Her mother also noticed that the location tracking on Wondwossens phone appeared to have been turned off when she began searching for her.
Wondwossen is described as a 22-year-old Black woman with a medium complexion, long brown hair, and brown eyes. She stands approximately 5-foot-1 and weighs around 110 pounds. At the time she was last seen, she was reportedly wearing a black zip-up hoodie, leggings, a headband, and Crocs. She was also carrying a tan Michael Kors bag.
Her family says Wondwossen is a senior at Howard University and was excited about graduating. As the search continues, her loved ones are emphasizing how unusual it is for her to disappear without communicating with them. Her mother, Aida Endrias, shared her fears while hoping her daughter is still alive and safe. You dont wish for your daughter to run away, but thats what Im wishing right nowthat shes alive, she said. Shes not dead somewhere.
Helina also echoed that concern, saying her sister would not typically spend a night away without telling the family. I just want to know shes safe, she said. I just want more information…more eyes out there. She wouldnt do this. Police are aware of Wondwossens disappearance and are investigating. Anyone who may have information about her whereabouts is urged to contact Prince Georges County Police.
