Sergio Yovany Ba Xol, 14, was last seen on December 18, 2023, at his cousin’s home in Culpeper, Virginia. He is described as Hispanic, 5 feet 3 inches, about 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. His cousin, who was his sponsor, did not report him missing immediately, believing Sergio had gone to stay with other family; that delay complicated the early investigation.

Reports say Sergio left with all his personal belongings, which suggests the departure may have been planned. The sponsor thought he might have traveled to Maryland to live with his brother, but calls to Sergio’s cell phone were unsuccessful and there has been no direct contact. The Culpeper Police Department is investigating and asking anyone who saw him or knows his whereabouts to come forward.

If anyone in Culpeper or Maryland saw Sergio after December 18, 2023, or has information about his possible destination, please share what is known.