Columbus Police Seek Help Finding Missing 16-Year-Old

Authorities are searching for Sebastien Rector, who was last seen on March 13th.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 3:10am

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The Columbus Police Department is asking the public for assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old boy named Sebastien Rector. Rector was last seen on Friday, March 13th, in the 6000 block of Georgetown Drive around 3 p.m. He is described as having blond hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing 120 pounds. Rector was last seen wearing a black shirt, black pants, and black Air Force One shoes.

Why it matters

Missing person cases are always concerning, especially when they involve minors. The public's help is often crucial in locating missing individuals and ensuring their safe return.

The details

According to the Columbus Police Department, Sebastien Rector was last seen in the 6000 block of Georgetown Drive around 3 p.m. on March 13th. Authorities are asking anyone with information about Rector's whereabouts to contact the police department's Special Victims Unit or the lead investigator, Sgt. B. Waldie.

  • Sebastien Rector was last seen on Friday, March 13th, 2026 around 3 p.m.

The players

Sebastien Rector

A 16-year-old boy with blond hair and blue eyes, standing 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing 120 pounds.

Columbus Police Department

The law enforcement agency in Columbus, Georgia that is leading the search for the missing teenager.

Sgt. B. Waldie

The lead investigator on the case.

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What’s next

The Columbus Police Department is urging anyone with information about Sebastien Rector's whereabouts to contact the Special Victims Unit or Sgt. B. Waldie immediately.

The takeaway

The public's assistance is crucial in locating missing persons, especially minors. The Columbus community is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any information that could help bring Sebastien Rector home safely.