Updated: Monday- 9/13 4 p.m. 

Ashiya Purnell, missing since last week was reunited with her family a short time ago. Her Mother, Trineina Parsons said social media played a role in locating her daughter and she’s ever so grateful to all who helped “bring my baby home.” –JB

Original Story

A Bristol Township mother, who just moved to the area, is hoping police and locals will help locate her missing teen daughter who has a medical issue.

17 year-old Ashiya Purnell went missing on Wednesday her mother, Trineina said.

Bristol Township police have been contacted but feels like more can be done to bring  her daughter home safely. .

Ashiya, was last seen in Philadelphia on the 6000 block of Colgate Street, in the north east section of the city. She also might be on her way to or in the Morrisville area.

She is 5’3″ 140 lbs, last seen wearing a black and white striped dress with brown boots, her family said.

Ashiya has a medical condition which requires daily medication thus the increasing minute by minute concern of her family.

“We just need to get her home as soon as possible.That’s why were putting this out there” Ashiya’s mom said.

If you happen to see the missing her please contact Bristol Township Police at
215785-4040. Or please call 911.