UPDATE: Authorities in Indianapolis have confirmed that the body of a missing teenager has been found, bringing a heartbreaking end to a week-long search that had gripped the community.
According to family members and investigators, 18-year-old Traevion Pirtle was discovered on Friday, March 13, near East 38th Street and North German Church Road on the city’s northeast side. His family confirmed the tragic discovery after he had been reported missing for several days.
Pirtle had last been seen on March 7 in the 3600 block of Cedar Pine Lane on the city’s far east side. After he failed to return home or contact loved ones, his family reported him missing, prompting a search effort involving relatives, community members, and law enforcement.
Police and family members spent days asking the public for help locating the teen, sharing his description and urging anyone with information to come forward. At the time of his disappearance, authorities said he may have needed medical attention.
Details surrounding the circumstances of Pirtle’s death remain limited as investigators continue to examine the case. Officials have not yet released information about a possible cause of death or whether foul play is suspected.
@ykwmedia UPDATE: The body of #TraevionPirtle ♬ original sound – Yall Know What
The discovery has devastated family members and friends who had been holding onto hope that the teenager would be found safe.
Authorities are continuing their investigation and ask anyone with information related to the case to contact the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
Pirtle’s death has sparked an outpouring of condolences on social media, as community members mourn the loss of the young man whose disappearance had drawn widespread attention over the past week.
