Missing 3-year-old girl found, Miami police say

Police: Samantha Stevens was last seen with Miryan Velasquez

MIAMI – A 3-year-old girl who the Department of Children and Families has a dependency order to take custody of was found in Miami Beach, police said.

Samantha Stevens was found in good condition Thursday night in Miami Beach, according to Miami police.

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Authorities said Samantha was previously last seen Sept. 12 with her 22-year-old mother, Miryan Velasquez (pictured, below).

Investigators don't believe Velasquez will face any charges at this time, police said.

DCF is still investigating the case.