Search In Progress For 'Critical' Missing DC Teen

A 16-year-old boy has gone critically missing and police are asking for the public's help in finding him.

01/13/2022 11:08 a.m.

Roberto “Alexander” Melgarez was last seen in the Unit block of Riggs Road, Northeast on Jan. 12, according to the Metropolitan Police Department

Melgarez is described as a Hispanic male, 5’10“ in height, 210 pounds, with brown eyes and short black hair.

He was last seen wearing a black jacket, dark blue jeans, a red sweater, and white sneakers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact MPD's Youth and Family Services Division at 202-576-6768.

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