Windsor Teen Remains Missing One Year After Disappearance in Northern Colorado
The Town of Windsor Police Department marked one year since 15-year-old Janika Sierra was reported missing, announcing October 29 that she was last seen in Windsor in October 2024 and has since been spotted in several locations across Northern Colorado.
Janika, born July 26, 2009, has now been missing throughout 2025 with multiple unconfirmed sightings in the region but no confirmed recovery. The Larimer County Sheriff's Office amplified Windsor Police's appeal for public assistance, asking residents who have information about Janika's whereabouts or recent locations to contact Windsor Police at 970-674-6400.
Windsor Police did not release additional details about the circumstances of Janika's disappearance or the specific Northern Colorado locations where she has reportedly been seen.
Colorado Averages 29 Missing Children Reports Daily
Approximately 29 children are reported missing every 24 hours in Colorado, with the majority classified as runaways, according to the Colorado Missing Children Project. Generally, about 70 percent of missing persons are found or return within 48 to 72 hours.
When a minor is reported missing in Colorado, the first responding officer conducts a thorough investigation including interviews with the reporting party, obtaining detailed descriptions and verifying custody status. Cases are entered into the National Crime Information Center to facilitate national coordination.
During ongoing missing persons investigations, law enforcement agencies document regular efforts to locate the missing person at least every 30 days, according to Colorado law enforcement guidelines. High-risk cases are identified and escalated promptly based on risk assessment.
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children provides critical support by maintaining a national directory of missing children and assisting in investigations.
Multi-Agency Coordination in Northern Colorado
Local agencies including Windsor Police and the Larimer County Sheriff's Office collaborate with state authorities such as the Colorado Bureau of Investigation to share information and coordinate search efforts through systems like the Colorado Crime Information Center and NCIC.
Colorado law defines a child as any person under 18 years of age. There is no specific waiting period to report a missing person, and cases are prioritized based on risk assessment.
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Victim Advocate Program offers support to families of missing persons. Community members are encouraged to report tips to law enforcement through official channels rather than spreading information on social media to ensure accuracy and avoid misinformation.
Residents with information about Janika Sierra's location or recent whereabouts should contact the Windsor Police Department at 970-674-6400.