Authorities Monday asked for the public’s help finding an at-risk 15-year-old boy who was reported missing after he was last seen near East Los Angeles.
Romeo Eajio Fuentes was spotted around midnight in the 6100 block of Allston Street, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Romeo was described as a 5-foot-8-inch-tall Hispanic boy weighing 120 pounds with black hair, brown eyes and a mustache. He was last seen wearing a black sweater and pants.
Sheriff’s officials said Romeo’s family is increasingly concerned for his well-being and believe he may be in Gardena.
Anyone with information about Romeo’s whereabouts was urged to contact the East Los Angeles Detective Bureau at 323-264-4151. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.