Palmetto Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen

Palmetto, FL – The Palmetto Police Department is requesting the community’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Willie Brown Jr., who has been reported missing.

Willie Brown Jr. was last seen at Palmetto High School on February 7, 2025. He is described as 5 feet tall, approximately 160 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants, and red and black Jordans.

Authorities believe he may be in the RaceTrac area on U.S. 41 N in Palmetto or near Ali’s. Law enforcement urges anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.

If you have any information, please contact the Palmetto Police Department at 941-721-2000 or email Detective Carr at jcarr@palmettopolice.com.