Authorities in Texas are urgently seeking assistance from the public in the search for a missing 14-year-old boy named Landon Sanders, who disappeared from his home on Tuesday, May 12. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) has provided details regarding the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and has appealed to anyone with information to come forward.
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Landon was last seen at his mother’s residence located in the Brushy Creek neighbourhood of Round Rock at approximately 8:05 p.m. local time on the day he went missing. According to a statement released on social media, he is believed to have left the house on a black scooter, carrying a backpack.
The young boy is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing around 130 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance, Landon was reportedly wearing black pants and had no shirt on. There are also suggestions that he may have been wearing either a grey or black shirt.
Subsequent sightings of Landon have been reported. His mother, Kimberly Sanders, revealed on Facebook that her son was seen on Wednesday, May 13, in the Forest Creek area of Round Rock. During this sighting, he was wearing a white shirt and black jeans while carrying a black backpack. Kimberly also mentioned that Landon was with two other boys, described as thin, with one having tattoos.
The investigation remains ongoing, and at present, the police have not identified any other individuals linked to Landon’s disappearance. The WCSO is actively working to gather more information and piece together the events leading up to his vanishing.
Local authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Landon’s whereabouts to act quickly. The public can provide tips or leads by contacting the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office directly at (512) 943-1300, or using the non-emergency dispatch line at (512) 864-8282.
In light of this concerning situation, the community has rallied around Landon’s family, providing emotional support and spreading awareness in hopes that he will be found quickly. Social media platforms are being used effectively to share updates and gather more eyes on the search.
The safety and well-being of Landon Sanders remain the primary focus of both his family and law enforcement. As days pass since his disappearance, the urgency to locate him intensifies. The WCSO has expressed gratitude to the community for its vigilance and support, emphasizing the importance of any potential leads that may help bring Landon back home.
As the search continues, updates will be provided as new information comes to light. Families across the area have been encouraged to remain watchful and report any potential sightings to the authorities immediately.