Detroit police seek missing 13-year-old boy Police ask for public’s help in finding missing teen
Deon Lacey (WDIV)
DETROIT – Police in Detroit are looking for a 13-year-old boy missing from the city’s west side.
According to authorities, Deon Lacey was last seen Wednesday, March 18, on Chicago, near Evergreen Road.
Police said he left home without permission and failed to return home.
Deon Lacey Details Age 13 years old Height 5 feet, 5 inches Weight 160 pounds Clothing Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and rainbow Nike Air Force 1 Shoes
Anyone who has seen Deon Lacey or knows of his whereabouts is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-5640 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
All tips to Crime Stoppers are anonymous. Click here to submit a tip online .
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