Authorities Seek Public's Help To Find Missing 15-Year-Old Boy

Rudy Jacob Monge was last seen near Compton nearly 3 weeks ago.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:42am

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The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a 15-year-old boy named Rudy Jacob Monge who was last seen on March 19 in the Willowbrook area near Compton. Monge was described as a Hispanic boy standing 5'7" tall and weighing 150 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray shirt and teal shorts.

Why it matters

Missing children cases are always of great concern to local communities, as the safety and wellbeing of young people is a top priority. Authorities are hoping that by publicizing Monge's disappearance, someone in the Willowbrook or Compton area may have information that could help locate him.

The details

According to the Sheriff's Department, Monge was last seen around 3:35 a.m. on March 19 in the 1900 block of East 126th Street, near Wilmington Avenue, in Willowbrook. Investigators believe he may have been headed towards the area near 132nd and Crocker streets, also in Willowbrook.

  • Monge was last seen on March 19, 2026 around 3:35 a.m.

The players

Rudy Jacob Monge

A 15-year-old Hispanic boy who stands 5'7" tall and weighs 150 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency investigating Monge's disappearance and asking the public for assistance in locating him.

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What’s next

Authorities are urging anyone with information about Monge's whereabouts to contact the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau Missing Persons Detail at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or through their website.

The takeaway

This case highlights the critical importance of community involvement in missing persons investigations, as the public's vigilance and willingness to share information can often be the key to locating a missing individual safely.