Bethany, Oklahoma – A desperate search is currently underway for 17-year-old Luis Morales, who has been reported missing from his home in Bethany, Oklahoma. Luis, who has special needs, was last seen in the early hours of Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at approximately 4 a.m. He was wearing a short sleeve shirt, pink shorts, and carrying a black backpack at the time of his disappearance.
An Endangered Missing Person Alert has been issued, and authorities are urging anyone with information on Luis’s whereabouts to contact the Bethany Police Department immediately at 405-789-2323 or call 911. Luis is described as 5’8” tall, weighing 130 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair.
The OKCM Search & Rescue Team and the local community are actively involved in the search efforts. Social media has been flooded with messages of support and concern, with many individuals sharing the alert and offering prayers for Luis’s safe return.
Mary Martin posted just 16 minutes ago, echoing the sentiments of many in the community, while Melissa Gries simply stated, "Prayers for him." Xóchitl HR and Edu Ramos have also joined the growing number of people expressing their hopes for Luis’s safety. Tom Patti Flynn added, "Praying he will be found!" while Laurie Mccauley noted, "Prayers and sharing."
The situation is critical, and the community is coming together in hopes of finding Luis Morales safe and sound. The Bethany Police Department and search teams continue to work tirelessly in the search for this vulnerable teenager.
Authorities and the community are urging anyone who might have seen Luis or have any information about his disappearance to come forward immediately.