Officers swarm West Philly neighborhood during search for missing girl

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- An active search intensified Wednesday in West Philadelphia as investigators worked to locate a missing 10-year-old girl who vanished last week.

A large police presence could be seen in the area of Daggett and Vine streets Wednesday evening.

Authorities have not said what specifically drew investigators to the area, but it's believed to be connected to the search for the girl.

Police have been working to locate Jalayshia MaPlayshia Alford, who was last seen on Oct. 26 in the area of the 500 block of North Simpson Street.

Sources told Action News that Jalayshia was living in foster care at the time of her disappearance. Investigators have reportedly been reviewing conflicting accounts from adults connected to the case.

Police have previously stated that the child "may be at special risk of harm or injury."

Investigators have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

Stay with Action News as we continue to follow this developing story.