The Chicago Police Department is urgently seeking the public's help in locating Ethan Villanueva, a 16-year-old boy who went missing in the early hours of January 9, 2024. Ethan was last seen at his home in the 1200 block of North Lockwood Avenue. He is recognized as a high-risk case primarily because he has A.D.H.D., a condition that requires medication, raising serious concerns that he may cause harm to himself if not found promptly.
Officials from the CPD's Area Five Special Victims Unit have spread the word of Ethan's disappearance, stating that anyone with information should immediately contact them. They describe Ethan as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing about 150 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes, and a medium complexion. Unique identifiers include a light goatee and a tattoo on his right ankle.
The search for Ethan has prompted responses on social media, where concerned citizens are sharing his information in hopes of a safe return. The CPD has classified the information regarding Villanueva's disappearance as "CONFIDENTIAL" unless designated otherwise, though they encourage dissemination to aid in the search. As critical hours pass, every piece of information and every moment becomes more significant in the quest to find Ethan Villanueva.
The case number assigned to the missing person report is JH109537, and the special bulletin was sent out earlier this morning. The authorities are particularly anxious given the minor's medical condition and the inherent risks associated. They have not specified the nature of Ethan's possible harm to himself, but it's clear they judge the situation as potentially dire. Police are asking anyone who may have seen Ethan or knows of his whereabouts, to call the Area Five S.V.U. at 312-746-6554. The NIC # for this case is M797690751, and further details can be found on the Chicago Police Department's official website.
