01-06-2025
Suffolk Police seek help locating missing 16-year-old boy
SUFFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Suffolk Police is seeking the community's help in locating a 16-year-old boy.
Joel Arocho was last seen on Saturday near the 200 block of Smith Street at approximately 6 p.m.
Arocho is described as approximately 5 feet, 10 inches and 130 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was wearing a burgundy shirt and blue jeans.
He has a history of mental health issues and is believed to be a danger to himself following harmful comments he made before leaving his residence.
The investigation remains ongoing.
If you have any information about this case, you can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-888-LOCK-U-UP, downloading the P3 tips app to a mobile device, or visiting and submitting a tip.
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