ALBANY, NY — Authorities in Albany, New York are asking the public to help locate a 17-year-old male who has been missing since early March, and investigators say he may still be in the surrounding area.
James Murphy, 17, was last seen on March 3, 2026, in Albany, New York. Local law enforcement has indicated that James may still be in the local area, and officials are hopeful that community members may have information that could quickly bring this case to a resolution.
The Albany Police Department has taken on the investigation and is urging anyone who recognizes James or has information about his current whereabouts to come forward without delay. Every tip submitted is reviewed by investigators and could be the crucial lead needed to find him.
James Murphy’s case has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) under case number M228845059. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) has also been notified and is actively assisting in the search, with the case registered under NCMEC reference number 2079417.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of James Murphy is urged to contact the Albany Police Department (NY) at (518) 438-4000, or call 911 immediately. You can also reach the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
