Luke Richard-demass, 16, was reported missing from Melrose, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He is described as having brown hair and brown eyes. Initial public alerts circulated his basic description and the date he was last seen, but did not widely report what he was wearing when he disappeared.

The Melrose Police Department and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children were working together on the search, and appeals for information were issued to the public. Authorities asked community members to remain vigilant and report any potential sightings or tips; the Melrose Police can be reached at 781-665-1212 and the NCMEC hotline at 1-800-843-5678.

As of early May 2026 the investigation remained active and officials were still trying to establish a clear timeline of Luke’s disappearance. If anyone has information about Luke’s whereabouts or saw him around April 15, please contact the Melrose Police or the NCMEC hotline.