The Meriden Police Department in Connecticut is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 12-year-old Hecxiel Torres, who has been reported missing since March 16, 2026.
Hecxiel, a male juvenile, was last seen on March 16, 2026, in the Meriden, Connecticut area. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and investigators are actively working to piece together any leads that could help bring him home safely.
The case has been filed with the National Crime Information Center under NCIC number M708783806. It is also being tracked by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children under NCMEC case number 2080763.
Law enforcement officials are appealing to anyone who may have seen Hecxiel or has any information about his current whereabouts to reach out without delay. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Meriden Police Department at (203) 238-1911 or call 911. You may also report tips to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
