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St. Paul Police seek help to locate missing 14-year-old
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He is described as tall and slender, with distinctive hair and eye color.
A 14-year-old boy's disappearance has sparked concern in St. Paul. He is described as tall and slender, with distinctive hair and eye color.
His family initially thought he was staying with acquaintances, but his prolonged absence is now causing worry. The boy was last seen in a specific St. Paul neighborhood.
Authorities are seeking information about his whereabouts and are urging anyone with knowledge to come forward. Further details about the missing teenager, including contact information for those who can help, are available from local news sources.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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