The DC Police Department has issued an alert for a critical missing person, 16-year-old Teddy Stocks Jr., last observed in the vicinity of the 2300 block of Irving Street, SE. The social media post from the department urges anyone with information to come forward, providing a contact number, (202) 727-9099, and a text line, 50411, as potential avenues for community assistance. The urgency of locating the missing teenager is evident as the department turns to the public for leads in its ongoing search.
Critical #MissingPerson 16-year-old Teddy Stocks Jr., who was last seen in the 2300 block of Irving Street, SE.
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) January 7, 2026
Have info? Call (202) 727-9099 / text 50411 pic.twitter.com/FSYGiIvMay
Details regarding the circumstances of Stocks Jr.'s disappearance have not been disclosed. Yet, the appeal for public involvement hints at the anxiety threading through the officers tasked with this case, as hours since the last sighting of the young person tally up—each hour mounting pressure on investigators and distress within the family waiting for news. The link provided in the department's announcement leads to further details of the missing person's appearance and any identifying features that might aid in his safe return.
While the search intensifies, community response often becomes a crucial component in the resolution of cases such as Stocks Jr.'s. Local residents and businesses could play a critical role by reviewing surveillance footage, reporting any unusual activity, or simply being more vigilant of their surroundings. The DC Police Department specifically asks that any relevant information, no matter how minor it may seem, be reported to the provided contacts immediately
Law enforcement continues to ask for the public’s help in locating Stocks Jr. as the case gains attention on social media. The family is awaiting updates while investigators follow up on leads. Police say anyone with information, even small details, is encouraged to contact the department.
