Authorities are seeking a 14-year-old boy who was last seen leaving a Henrico County high school and may be in danger, according to police.
The Henrico County Police Division issued a missing juvenile notice Thursday for Gerard Dakouo, who was last seen leaving Highland Springs High School around 1:55 p.m. on Wednesday.
Dakouo was last seen on foot, heading to an unknown destination, according to police. Officials have voiced concern about his well-being.
Dakouo is described as a Black male with black hair who stands about 5 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 110 pounds. He was last spotted wearing a black cap, a red hooded sweatshirt, and black leggings while carrying a gray Adidas backpack.
Anyone with information on Dakouo’s location should contact the Henrico County Police Division at 804-501-5000 or Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. Tips can also be submitted via the P3Tips app.
The matter is still being investigated, and officials said they will offer updates when new evidence becomes available.