Kyron Horman's Disappearance Remains Unsolved After 16 Years

Parents and investigators continue to search for answers in the mysterious case of the missing Portland boy.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:22pm by Ben Kaplan

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On June 4, 2010, 7-year-old Kyron Horman disappeared from his elementary school in Portland, Oregon. Despite an extensive investigation and search efforts, the case remains unsolved 16 years later. Kyron's parents and law enforcement officials have not given up hope that the mystery surrounding his disappearance can still be solved.

Why it matters

Kyron's case has captivated the Pacific Northwest for over a decade and a half, sparking national attention and raising questions about school safety, parental responsibility, and the challenges of investigating missing persons cases without a body or clear evidence. The lack of closure has been devastating for Kyron's family, who continue to search for answers.

The details

Kyron was last seen by his stepmother, Terri Horman, when she dropped him off at his school science fair on the morning of June 4, 2010. When Kyron failed to return home that afternoon, an extensive search and investigation was launched, but no trace of the young boy has ever been found. Terri Horman has been the focus of much speculation, but she has never been charged in connection with Kyron's disappearance.

  • Kyron Horman went missing on June 4, 2010.
  • It has been nearly 16 years since Kyron's disappearance.

The players

Kyron Horman

A 7-year-old boy who disappeared from his elementary school in Portland, Oregon in 2010.

Terri Horman

Kyron's stepmother, who was the last person to see him before he vanished.

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What they’re saying

“We're not going to stop looking for Kyron. We're going to keep searching until we find him.”

— Kaine Horman, Kyron's father

The takeaway

Kyron Horman's disappearance remains one of the most perplexing missing persons cases in Oregon history, highlighting the challenges of investigating such cases and the lasting trauma experienced by families of missing children.