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Missing Lutz Teen Leeland Gordon Found Safe, Pasco Sheriff's Office Thanks Community for Assistance

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Published on September 17, 2025
Missing Lutz Teen Leeland Gordon Found Safe, Pasco Sheriff's Office Thanks Community for AssistanceSource: Pasco Sheriff’s Office

In a recent development, the Pasco Sheriff's Office has announced that Leeland Gordon, the previously reported missing 17-year-old, has been found and is safe. Gordon was initially reported missing after he was last seen on Monday around noon in the Thames Pl. area of Lutz. Standing at 6'3" and weighing approximately 150 lbs., he was distinguished by his blonde hair and blue eyes.

According to the Pasco Sheriff's office, Gordon was last spotted wearing black jogging pants and carrying a yellow backpack. The community was on high alert, searching for a maroon-colored bicycle that Gordon may have been riding. In a concerted effort by local authorities and residents, a resolution to Gordon's whereabouts came swiftly following the call for public assistance.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office has expressed gratitude toward the community for their assistance in the search. In their statement, they stressed the importance of community engagement during such critical times. While specifics about Gordon's condition or the circumstances of his return were not immediately shared, the positive outcome has provided a sense of relief.

During the search, the Pasco Sheriff's Office had encouraged anyone with information to call their Non-Emergency Line or report tips online. The dissemination of information through social media and local platforms played a pivotal role in making certain that Gordon was found. The sheriff's office has consistently proven all hands to be on deck in ensuring the safety and security of community members, especially the youth.

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