Maryland teen missing as detectives push for new leads

Maryland teen missing as detectives push for new leads

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December 2, 2025
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Missing Silver Spring teen prompts search by Montgomery County detectives

GAITHERSBURG, MD — A search is underway in Montgomery County for a 16‑year‑old reported missing from Silver Spring, as investigators work to determine his whereabouts after he was last seen more than a week ago.

Detectives with the Special Victims Investigations Division are seeking help in locating Elkin Herrera, who was last seen on Monday, November 24 in the 3300 block of Weeping Willow Court in Silver Spring. He is described by police as 5 feet 3 inches tall, about 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. His clothing at the time he was last seen is unknown.

Maryland teen missing as detectives push for new leads
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An image released by investigators shows a teenage male with short black hair standing indoors, though police did not provide further context for when the photograph was taken.

Authorities have not indicated any known direction of travel or circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Detectives continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact the Montgomery County Police non‑emergency line at 301‑279‑8000, available 24 hours.

Key Points

  • Montgomery County detectives are searching for 16‑year‑old Elkin Herrera of Silver Spring
  • He was last seen November 24 in the Weeping Willow Court area
  • Police released a description and are asking the public for information
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