Have You Seen Him? Missing 14-Year-Old Last Seen in Scotia

Have You Seen Jahvon?

A Scotia family is asking for the public’s help after 14-year-old Jahvon T. Hansen was reported missing.

According to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse, Jahvon was last seen on Sunday, June 21st, in Scotia. Authorities say he was wearing a black shirt and black shorts and may still be in the local area.

Jahvon has been missing since Sunday. Have you seen him? Photo: Scotia Police Dept

Jahvon is described as being 5-foot-8, weighing approximately 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Mom Shares Heartfelt Plea

His mother shared a heartfelt plea on social media, writing, "My son Jahvon is missing in Scotia, NY. Please, anyone out in that area who sees him, please contact me ASAP. Please help me find my son."

The case is being investigated by the Scotia Village Police Department, and officials are asking anyone who may have seen Jahvon or who has information about his whereabouts to come forward.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 1-800-346-3543, the Scotia Village Police Department, or Jahvon's family immediately.

As always in missing-child cases, sharing information and photos on social media can help draw attention to the search and may assist authorities in locating him safely.

We'll update this story as more information becomes available.

Description of Missing Teen

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The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has shared a list of 18 missing children from the Capital Region. Check out these photos—some even use age progression technology—and you might be able to help bring these missing loved ones back to their families. If you have any information, no matter how small it seems, please call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).

Gallery Credit: National Center For Missing & Exploited Children