Maximus Ortega Missing Person Case

Feb 02, 2025

Feb 10, 2025

Maximus

Ortega

16

15

67 inches

140 lbs

Hispanic / Latino

Male

In the community of Goodyear, Arizona, a sense of concern arose for the welfare of 15-year-old Maximus Ortega. The young man, of Hispanic/Latino descent, was last seen on a day when the community was going about its usual business. Standing at 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing around 140 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, his absence was felt by those who knew him. He was a familiar face, and his sudden disappearance prompted an immediate response from his family and local law enforcement. The Goodyear Police Department was alerted, and a missing person case was opened to begin the search for the teenager. On the day he went missing, Maximus was dressed in a distinctive black bandana design jacket, black TOM pants, and black Air Force 1 shoes. He also wore clear frame glasses and a kids' Batman watch. Further distinguishing his appearance were multiple silicone wristbands on his left wrist and a diamond earring in his right ear. He has a scar on his left eyebrow and another on his right abdomen. It was reported that he may have been on his way to either his aunt's house or his girlfriend's house, both located in the nearby city of Avondale, Arizona. This information provided a potential starting point for investigators as they began to piece together his possible whereabouts. Thankfully, this story has a resolution that brings relief to the hearts of many. Maximus Ortega has been located and is alive. While the specific details and exact date of his being found are not widely known, the most important outcome is that he is no longer considered a missing person. The case, which began with worry and uncertainty, has concluded with the positive news of his safety. The overview of this case is one of a temporary but frightening absence that ultimately ended with a safe return.

Jan 31, 2025

Goodyear

Arizona

Maricopa County

Goodyear

No

163824

Goodyear Police Department

Goodyear

Arizona

Maricopa County

85338

Steven Angel

Special Victims Detective

175 North 145th Avenue, Arizona

6238827448

Local

Law Enforcement

2025-5767

2025-02-01

Goodyear Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Yes

08/11/2026