Missing Bethesda Teen Has Been Found: UPDATE

BETHESDA, MD — In a Thursday morning update, Montgomery County officials say Xiresse West-Owens has been located and is safe.

(Original post) BETHESDA, MD — The Montgomery County Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing Bethesda teenager.

Xiresse West-Owens, 14, of the 6300 block of Greentree Rd., was last seen on the morning of May 11 leaving his home, according to authorities.

Investigators describe West-Owens as a 5-foot-8, 140-pound black male with brown eyes and black hair that is shaved short on the sides. Police say the teen has family in Baltimore.

Family members and police are concerned for his wellbeing.

Anyone with information about West-Owens' whereabouts is asked to call the police's 24-hour, non-emergency number at 301-279-8000 (24hrs), or the Special Victims Investigations Division at 240-773-5400. Callers can remain anonymous.