Erik Luz-pop, 17, was reported missing from his Poughkeepsie, New York, home on July 8, 2023. He was last seen sleeping at the residence and was discovered gone when his guardian and cousin returned from work. Erik is Hispanic/Latino, with brown hair and brown eyes, about 5 feet 6 inches tall and 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and gray gym pants.

There were no obvious signs of a struggle and no clear reason for his departure. A possible destination of Jamaica, New York, was mentioned but the basis for that lead and any connections Erik might have there remain unclear. The City of Poughkeepsie Police Department is investigating and the case has been entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System. Few public updates have been released, leaving family and community members concerned.

If anyone saw Erik after July 8, 2023, or knows of connections to Jamaica, New York, please share what is known with investigators.