Alexis Patterson, a 7-year-old girl from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, went missing on May 3, 2002. That morning, Alexis's stepfather, LaRon Bourgeois, walked her to Hi-Mount Boulevard School, which was just a block away from their home. He said he watched her head toward the playground before leaving. However, Alexis never attended school that day, despite being seen by other students on the playground.
She was reportedly crying at the time, likely upset after an argument with her mother about unfinished homework.
When Alexis failed to return home after school, her family was informed that she had not attended any classes. A massive search was launched immediately, involving local authorities, search parties, and even divers scouring nearby Washington Park. Despite these efforts, no trace of Alexis was found.
Suspicious circumstances surround her disappearance. Witnesses reported seeing a red truck parked near the school for several days leading up to her disappearance, which vanished after she went missing. Additionally, Alexis’s stepfather failed a polygraph test, though police have not conclusively linked him or anyone else to the case.
Alexis’s case remains unsolved, but law enforcement continues to treat it as a criminal investigation. Her family, especially her mother, holds out hope for answers. Despite numerous tips and sightings, including one in Ohio in 2016, none have led to a breakthrough.Last Seen: May 3, 2002
