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Boston Police Seek Community Aid in Search for Missing Roxbury Teenager Demitrius Pepin-Cepeda

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Published on October 29, 2024
Boston Police Seek Community Aid in Search for Missing Roxbury Teenager Demitrius Pepin-CepedaSource: Boston Police Department

The Boston Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the community in locating 19-year-old Demitrius Pepin-Cepeda, a resident of Roxbury who has recently been reported missing. According to BPD, Demitrius was last seen around 5:00 p.m. yesterday, in the vicinity of Wheatley Way.

Demitrius is described as standing at an approximate height of 5’10″, weighing around 130 lbs., with an afro hairstyle, wearing glasses, a silver chain with an arrow shaped charm, and was likely wearing all black clothing when he went missing. Demitrius has a developmental disability that affects his walking. He has previously been found at the 112 Southampton Street Shelter, which may provide a clue to his possible whereabouts.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the authorities immediately. The police provide several ways to share information. For urgent matters, individuals can call 911 or reach District B-2 Detectives at 617-343-4275. And those wishing to remain anonymous can call the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or text ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463).