Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP144570)
One week before his disappearance on May 27, 2025, 13-year-old Zykel Nelson, a Black male from Leesburg, Florida, was reported missing. He’s approximately 5′3″–5′4″ tall, slim build with brown hair and brown eyes. This wasn’t the first time Zykel had gone missing in 2025—he had previously been reported missing in February and April—raising concerns around patterns in his behavior or circumstances.
Local authorities—including the Leesburg Police Department—issued an active missing‑child alert and worked closely with schools, community organizations, and residents. Investigators canvassed his usual routes to school and home, reviewed neighborhood and school security cameras, and interviewed family members, friends, and eyewitnesses. Though some community members noted that "his route to school seemed unusual," no definitive sightings or new leads were shared publicly.
Recently, it was confirmed that Zykel has been located. The details remain vague, and authorities did not release any precise date or location regarding how or when he was found. The official NamUs entry now lists a “last contact” sometime in mid‑July 2025, although specifics around the circumstances of his recovery have not been disclosed.
At this point, Zykel’s family and officials have expressed relief, though they are continuing to process what occurred during his absence. Investigators are likely reviewing all aspects of the case, including whether Zykel left voluntarily or was influenced by external factors. Support services are reportedly being offered to him and his family, and law enforcement has encouraged anyone with information from the time he was missing to come forward to assist with the final resolution.
The Leesburg Police Department remains the primary point of contact for such details.Last Seen: May 27, 2025
