The Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 12-year-old boy, Lester Booker, who was last seen on September 16, 2024, in the vicinity of 9500 S. Ashland Avenue at approximately 1:30 p.m. According to the police bulletin, he was reported missing by his mother the following day.
Described as a black male with a medium complexion, Lester stands 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighs 127 pounds, and has black hair along with brown eyes. Notably, he has a mole on the left side of his nose. Wearing a light red Nike sweatshirt, blue jeans, and black bubble flip flops, Lester was leaving the area when last seen. There is concern for his safety.
The Chicago Police Area 4 SVU Detectives are handling the investigation and have asked anyone with information regarding Lester Booker's whereabouts to immediately contact them at 312-746-8251. Details about the missing juvenile are confidential but have been made available to the public in an effort to facilitate his swift return.
The case number assigned to this disappearance is JH432515, and the National Crime Information Center (NIC) number is M24B7270. Enhancing the visibility of Lester's case, the notice includes a URL to the official Chicago Police Department website where the public can find further details and updates.
