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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6987) and 5 other sources
Daniel Romero, a 16-year-old boy from Mulberry, Florida, went missing on May 20, 1996. Classified as an endangered runaway, Romero was last seen leaving a juvenile facility along with seven other minors. Since that day, there have been no confirmed sightings or contact from him, and his whereabouts remain unknown. His case has puzzled investigators, as very few details have emerged since his disappearance.

Romero, described as a Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes, stood between 5'6" and 5'8" tall and weighed around 125-135 pounds at the time. Despite the ongoing investigation, his case remains unsolved. Local authorities, including the Polk County Sheriff's Office, continue to seek any information that could help bring closure to this decades-old case. Romero’s family and the community remain hopeful for answers as the search continues.

Last Seen: May 20, 1996