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Plainfield Community Unites in Search for Missing Teen Ethan Hernandez; Police Seek Public's Help

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Published on March 05, 2025
Plainfield Community Unites in Search for Missing Teen Ethan Hernandez; Police Seek Public's HelpSource: Plainfield Police Department

The community of Plainfield is rallying together as the local police department reaches out for public assistance in the search for missing 16-year-old Ethan Hernandez. According to ABC7 Chicago, the young boy was last seen when he departed from his home on the 14800 block of Penn Road on Monday afternoon.

Described as having black hair and brown eyes, standing about 5-foot-5, and weighing nearly 155 pounds, Hernandez's current whereabouts remain a mystery, especially since his cell phone has ceased communication since departure. Making it harder to find him. His phone has been off, as per the WGN-TV report. The teenager was wearing distinctive clothing at the time: black Nike joggers, a black Nike hooded sweatshirt with a white shirt underneath, black Nike shoes, and a gray camo neck gaiter accenting the ensemble.

The Plainfield Police Department has urged anyone with potentially relevant information to step forward to aid in the safe return of Hernandez. "Anyone with information is urged to contact the Plainfield Police Department," advised WGN-TV, pinpointing the direct line at (815) 436-2341 or recommending reaching out via email at [email protected].