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In the quiet community of Bartow, Florida, a family is anxiously awaiting answers in the disappearance of 17-year-old Trace Paul Otero. The teenager was last seen on the afternoon of Sunday, May 3, 2026, at approximately 2:00 PM. Reports indicate that he was seen leaving his residence on foot and has not been heard from since. His sudden and unexplained departure has left his loved ones deeply concerned for his well-being. The Polk County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation into his d ...Read More
Last Seen: May 03, 2026

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Victim Details

May 03, 2026

May 05, 2026

Trace

Otero

17

17

65 inches

125 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

May 03, 2026

Bartow

Florida

Polk County

33830

No

192008

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Winter Haven

Florida

Polk County

33880

Skyler Teal

Detective

1891 Jim Keene Boulevard, Florida

8632986834

County

Law Enforcement

PK260019036

2026-05-03

Polk County Sheriff's Office

Black

Blue

Blue

05/24/2026


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