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Alex Jiho Lee, a 4-year-old boy, was last seen on November 7, 2009, in Corvallis, Oregon, along with his 6-year-old brother, Andrew. Authorities believe the two boys were abducted by their non-custodial father, Shiwoo Lee, who took them for an overnight visit but never returned. Shortly after, he contacted their mother to inform her that they were in South Korea and would not be coming back. This incident occurred following a previous failed abduction attempt by the father in 2008.

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Victim Details

Aug 30, 2013

Jan 05, 2024

Alex

Lee

19

4

32 inches

40 lbs

Asian

Male

A young boy named Alex Jiho Lee, just four years old, disappeared from Corvallis, Oregon, on November 7, 2009. At the time he went missing, Alex was described as an Asian male with black hair and black eyes. He was approximately 3 feet 2 inches tall and weighed around 40 pounds. A noticeable characteristic is a birthmark located on his waist. He may also be known by his nickname, Jiho. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance suggest he may be in the company of his father and his older brother. It is believed they may have traveled to South Korea. The Corvallis Police Department is the primary investigating agency in this case. Alex's case is linked with that of his brother, Andrew, who also went missing on the same day. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has been involved, creating age-progressed photos to show what Alex and his brother might look like as they have grown older. These images have been updated over the years to provide a more current representation of their possible appearance. The case remains open, and the search for Alex and his brother continues. The disappearance of Alex Jiho Lee is a long-standing and concerning case. For over a decade, his whereabouts have remained unknown. The prevailing theory is that he and his brother were taken by their father and may be residing in South Korea. The lack of concrete information and the international element present significant challenges to the investigation. Despite the passage of time, law enforcement and child advocacy organizations continue to seek information that could lead to the safe return of both Alex and his brother. The case serves as a heart-wrenching reminder of the lasting impact of parental child abduction.

Nov 07, 2009

Corvallis

Oregon

Benton County

No

28996

Corvallis Police Department

Corvallis

Oregon

Benton County

97330

180 Northwest 5th Street, Oregon

5417666924

Local

Law Enforcement

2009C06269

2009-11-08

Corvallis Police Department

Black

Black

Black

05/25/2026


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