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DERIK BENITEZ Missing Person Case

Last seen in West Palm Beach, Florida on Nov 12, 2024

Victim Details

Nov 13, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

DERIK

BENITEZ

14

13

62 inches

88 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 12, 2024

West Palm Beach

Florida

Palm Beach County

West Palm Beach

No

156321

Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

West Palm Beach

Florida

Palm Beach County

33406

Lauren Lisboa

Missing Persons Coordinator

3228 Gun Club Road, Florida

5616883000

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.pbso.org

24-116351

2024-11-12

Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Black

Black

Black

Yes

07/06/2026


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Derik Benitez, a 13-year-old from West Palm Beach, Florida, was reported missing on November 12, 2024. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has been actively involved in the search for Derik, and his case has garnered significant attention from local law enforcement agencies and the community. Despite extensive search efforts, including public appeals and collaboration with various agencies, Derik has not yet been found.

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Hi everyone,
I just keep thinking about the West Palm Beach area where Derik Benitez was last see... ...Read More
12/16/2024
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11/25/2024
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11/19/2024
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