17-year-old reported critical missing in d. C.
Missing 17-year-old Melvin Gonzalez courtesy of D.C. MPD

17-Year-Old Reported Critical Missing In D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Authorities are urgently seeking information regarding 17-year-old Melvin Gonzalez, who was last seen in the 1500 block of North Capitol Street in Northeast, Washington, D.C. Gonzalez was last spotted around 8 p.m. on Thursday evening.

Melvin Gonzalez is described as a Hispanic male, approximately 5 feet tall, weighing around 135 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. There is currently no description of the clothing he wore at the time of his disappearance.

17-year-old reported critical missing in d. C.
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Anyone with information regarding Melvin Gonzalez’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or send a text to 50411. The

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