Houston AMBER Alert Issued for Missing 15-Year-Old

Authorities searching for Zay'Quise Henry last seen getting into a pickup truck in Humble

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:45am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car key fob against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the urgency of the search for a missing child.The urgent AMBER Alert for a missing Houston-area teen highlights the critical role the public plays in locating endangered children.Houston Today

A regional AMBER Alert has been issued for 15-year-old Zay'Quise Henry, who was last seen on Thursday afternoon getting into a white or silver Chevrolet pickup truck in Humble, Texas. Authorities are asking the public for any information on Henry's whereabouts.

Why it matters

AMBER Alerts are a critical tool for law enforcement to quickly disseminate information and enlist public assistance in locating missing children who may be in danger. This alert indicates authorities believe Henry's life may be at risk, requiring an urgent, coordinated response across the Houston region.

The details

According to the Texas Center for the Missing, Zay'Quise Henry is a 15-year-old Black male, 5'9" tall and 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt and black sweatpants. Authorities say he was spotted getting into a white or silver Chevrolet 4-door pickup truck in the 17000 block of Highway 59 in Humble.

  • The AMBER Alert was issued on April 17, 2026 at 3:45 AM.

The players

Zay'Quise Henry

A 15-year-old boy who is the subject of the AMBER Alert.

Humble Police Department

The law enforcement agency coordinating the search for Zay'Quise Henry and asking the public for information.

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What’s next

The Humble Police Department is urging anyone with information about Zay'Quise Henry's location to call 281-446-7127 immediately.

The takeaway

AMBER Alerts are a critical tool for quickly mobilizing the public to assist in locating missing children who may be in grave danger. This alert underscores the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to help bring missing children home safely.