Summary based on the NamUs case record (NC999659577)
Seventeen-year-old Joshua Braithwaite has been missing from Discovery Bay, California, since April 28, 2025. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has issued an alert for the teenager, under case number 2061551, in an effort to gather information from the public that may lead to his whereabouts. Information regarding the specific circumstances of Joshua's disappearance has not been widely publicized, and it is unclear what he was wearing at the time he was last seen.
The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency investigating Joshua's case. They are urging anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. Community efforts to locate Joshua have been ongoing since his disappearance, with family and friends seeking to raise awareness about his case. The lack of detailed public information can sometimes occur in missing persons cases for a variety of reasons, including the protection of the investigation's integrity and the privacy of the family involved.
Efforts to find Joshua continue, with organizations like NCMEC circulating his photograph and description. The case remains open, and law enforcement is actively seeking any leads that could help them resolve this distressing situation for his family and community. Anyone with potential information is encouraged to contact the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.Last Seen: Apr 28, 2025
