Missing Person: Lamar Barakat

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing Oakville teen.

Lamar Barakat (15) was last seen on foot at approximately 8:50 am on May 4, 2026 in the area of Stornoway Circle and Valleyridge Drive in Oakville. 

Lamar is described as:

• Female
• Light skinned
• Approximately 5 foot tall with a slim build
• Curly long black hair
• Wearing a navy t-shirt, grey pants, white Nike shoes (red logo)
• Carrying a navy blue Under Armour backpack (red stitches)

A photo of Lamar is attached.

Police and her family are concerned for her well-being.

Lamar may have travelled to the Toronto area.

Anyone with information about Lamar or her possible location is asked to contact police through 9-1-1 or via the non-emergency line at 905 825 4777.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

A person can be reported missing at any time – there is no 24 hour waiting period. If you are concerned for someone’s immediate safety, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, you can report a person as missing to the Halton Regional Police Service by calling the non-emergency number 905-825-4777.

More information including resources, ways to assist and how to report a missing person can be found here: https://www.haltonpolice.ca/en/services-and-reporting/missing-persons.aspx.

Media Inquiries:
Halton Regional Police Service
Media Relations
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca