Urgent – Help Find 15-Year-Old Makiesse Machado from Fargo, North Dakota
A teenager vanishes in south Fargo
Missing person in North Dakota. The city of Fargo, North Dakota, is searching urgently for 15-year-old Makiesse Machado, who disappeared on Friday, October 31, 2025, around 4:55 p.m. She was last seen in south Fargo, wearing a black jacket, blue jeans, and carrying a pink duffel bag. Police are calling on the public to help find her and bring her home safely.
Who is Makiesse Machado
Makiesse is known as a bright, cheerful girl who loves music, art, and spending time with friends. Standing 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighing about 135 pounds, she has black hair and brown eyes that reflect her warmth and curiosity. Her friends describe her as kind, creative, and full of energy. She has a close relationship with her family, who say her sudden disappearance feels completely out of character.
The last time she was seen
Witnesses last spotted Makiesse near a residential area in south Fargo. She was walking alone, carrying her distinctive pink duffel bag. The weather was chilly, and the sky was already dimming. She told friends earlier that day she planned to meet someone but never returned home. Since then, her phone has gone silent, and her family’s messages remain unanswered.
Her parents contacted authorities immediately, launching a search that has now spread across the region. Every hour that passes increases the urgency of finding her.
The search intensifies
The Fargo Police Department has mobilized officers, volunteers, and local agencies to locate Makiesse. Patrols are checking bus stations, shopping centers, and public parks. Detectives are reviewing camera footage from nearby neighborhoods. Flyers with her photo now cover windows and bulletin boards throughout Fargo.
Police emphasize that this is not a case to ignore. “We need the community’s help,” one officer said. “Someone may have seen something small but important. Don’t hesitate to report it.”
Why every share matters
When a child goes missing, time is everything. Each share spreads her photo to new eyes, increasing the chance that someone recognizes her. Maybe she was seen boarding a bus, walking near a store, or entering a building. Awareness travels fast online, and one post could be the key to finding her.
Family’s plea for help
Makiesse’s family is devastated but refuses to give up. Her mother’s voice trembles with hope: “We just want our daughter home. Please, if you know anything, call the police.” Her friends have organized search efforts and candlelight vigils, praying for her safe return. The community stands united, holding onto faith that she will be found soon.
How to help
If you live in or near Fargo, stay alert. Look for a teenage girl matching Makiesse’s description — black jacket, blue jeans, pink duffel bag. Check security cameras, parking lots, and public spaces. If you see her or know something, call immediately.
Fargo Police Department (North Dakota): 701-451-7660
Anonymous Tips: Text keyword FARGOPD and your tip to 847411
Emergency: Call 911 right away
Hope for Makiesse
The people of Fargo are determined to bring Makiesse home. Police, family, and volunteers continue to work day and night. Every post, every message, and every shared photo strengthens the search.
Please, take a moment to look at her picture. Remember her name. Share her story.
Your voice could be the one that saves her life.
Help find Makiesse Machado — every second counts.
