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MISSING: Columbus police seeking public’s help locating missing 17-year-old
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Key takeaways
- 17-year-old Christopher Smith Jr. missing since Oct. 21 in Columbus; last seen wearing all black clothing.
- Police urge public to contact 911 or CPD Special Victims Unit at 706-225-3449 with information.
The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating 17-year-old Christopher Smith Jr.
According to CPD, Smith was last seen around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, in the area of the 800 block of Morris Road in Columbus.
Smith is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing 170 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes.
He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black T-shirt, black pants and black Nike shoes.
Anyone with information about Smith’s whereabouts is urged to contact 911, the CPD Special Victims Unit at 706-225-3449, or lead investigator Detective Meagan Cole at 706-225-4242.
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