Ramiro Emiliano Ascencio, 16, was last seen in the Los Angeles area on January 29, 2024, and has not made any known contact since. He is described as a Hispanic male, 6 feet 1 inch, about 190 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and a tattoo of a cross near his left eye that could help identify him.

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating and the case is listed with the LAPD Missing Persons Unit and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children as high priority. Authorities and family say details are limited and are asking the public for any leads. Community groups and non-profit organizations are also helping distribute his information.

If anyone has seen Ramiro, knows where he might have gone, or has other information that could help locate him, please contact the LAPD Missing Persons Unit.