Hampton County Sheriff’s Office locates missing teen

HAMPTON COUNTY, S.C. (WTOC) - [Update as of 10/2/25] Aalyah Mays has been located safe, according to the Hampton County Sheriff’s Office.

[Original Story]: The Hampton County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in the continued search for 17-year-old Aalyah Mays, who has been reported missing.

Aalyah was last seen over a week ago on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, in the Coop Road area of Hampton County.

Aalayah is described 5’5” feet and 135 lbs.

Anyone with information about her location is urged to contact the Hampton County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 803-914-2200 or 803-943-9261.

Anonymous tips may also be submitted through our Sheriff’s App or by clicking here.