The search for answers in the heartbreaking case of 10-year-old Jalayshia “Malayshia” Alford has taken a significant turn. Philadelphia police have announced the arrest of 34-year-old Carprice Williams in connection with her murder.
Williams has been arrested and charged with murder, endangering the welfare of a child, possession of an instrument of crime (PIC), recklessly endangering another person (REAP), tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse. Malayshia was initially reported missing after she was last seen on Monday, October 26, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m. She lived on the 500 block of North Simpson Street in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Police Department had previously appealed to the public for assistance in locating the young girl. That missing juvenile investigation has now resulted in a homicide arrest .Williams, 34, is now facing multiple charges in connection with Malayshia’s death. Suspect: Carprice Williams, 34.
Our thoughts remain with Malayshia’s family, loved ones, and everyone affected by this tragic case.
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