Donovan Ellis, a 15-year-old Black / African American boy, was last seen in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on January 16, 2026. At the time he disappeared his hair was styled in twists. The Virginia Beach Police Department is leading the investigation; the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has assigned a case number and is assisting by publicizing his information.

Few details about the circumstances of Donovan’s disappearance have been released publicly. Authorities have indicated they believe he may still be in the local Virginia Beach area, and searches and information-sharing have continued in hopes of locating him.

If anyone saw Donovan on or after January 16, 2026, or has information about where he might be, please contact the Virginia Beach Police Department.