Summary based on the NamUs case record (NC999661199) and
1 other sourceSixteen-year-old Bryson Smith has been missing since February 4, 2026, after he was last seen in Bradenton, Florida. The Bradenton Police Department is the primary agency investigating his disappearance and is seeking information from the public that may lead to his whereabouts.
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has issued an alert for Bryson, under case number 2076973.
Authorities have not released specific details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Information regarding what he was wearing at the time he went missing has not been made publicly available.
Law enforcement and family are asking for anyone with information to come forward to assist in the search for the missing teenager. The Bradenton Police Department can be reached at 1-941-932-9300. The NCMEC also operates a 24-hour call center at 1-800-843-5678 for any tips related to the case.Last Seen: Feb 4, 2026
