A 14-year-old boy from Wappinger Falls has been missing since Saturday afternoon, and New York State Police are now asking the public for help finding him. Cameron Smith was last seen leaving his residence on Alpine Drive in the town of Wappinger at approximately 1:43 p.m. on Saturday, according to police.
Police described Smith as approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall and 140 pounds, with dark hair and brown eyes, as reported by WRGB. He was last seen wearing a black knit hat, a black puffy winter jacket, light blue ripped jeans and black-and-white sneakers. Investigators say he was also carrying a red backpack and a silver Razor scooter when he left home.
What Investigators Are Asking Residents To Do
Anyone with information regarding Cameron's whereabouts is asked to contact the New York State Police at (845) 677-7300 and reference case number NY2601300332. The case has been publicly listed as an active search for a missing Dutchess County minor since Saturday's disappearance.
No further details about the circumstances surrounding Smith's departure from the Alpine Drive residence have been released. The station's report does not indicate whether he was last seen alone or with anyone else, and no additional identifying details have been made public beyond his physical description and clothing.
Community On Alert In Wappinger
The town of Wappinger, in Dutchess County, sits along the Hudson River roughly halfway between Poughkeepsie and the Putnam County line. Residents there are being urged to keep an eye out for a teen matching Smith's description, particularly given the distinctive combination of a red backpack and silver scooter he was reportedly carrying when he left home.
There is no confirmation yet on whether Smith has been located. Anyone who spots him or has relevant information is encouraged to reach out to troopers using the case number and phone line provided.
