Police officers in Cañon City, Colorado have issued an urgent alert after 9-year-old Stash Smith vanished on foot from the 600 block of Raintree Boulevard. Authorities are leaning heavily on the local community to help track down the young boy.
Stash left the area wearing only red shorts, with no shirt and no shoes on his feet. Because he has no shoes or shirt, officers want people in nearby neighborhoods to be extra watchful.
A major detail investigators are watching closely is that Stash might acquire or use a bicycle while he is away. Riding a bike would allow a 9-year-old to move quickly between neighborhoods, parks, and busy streets.
That possibility means residents need to look beyond their own front yards. Sidewalks, public parks, alleys, and main roads across town all become key places where someone might spot him.
If you see a child matching Stash’s description, officers ask that you do not startle him or act in a way that makes him leave the area. Instead, keep an eye on where he is going and contact dispatch right away.
The Cañon City Police Department operates around the clock at 161 Justice Center Road. Anyone with tips or sightings should call 719-276-5600 immediately, or dial 911 if it looks like an emergency.
Right now, officers have no other physical details to share besides his age, name, and clothing description. Sharing these simple facts across the community gives police the best shot at locating Stash quickly.
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