The Amherst Police are seeking assistance from the community in finding a missing teenager. On Thursday, June 11, 2026, the police department issued a request for help, providing details about the missing teenager.

"We urge anyone with information to come forward and help us locate the missing teenager," said a police spokesperson. The Amherst Police department is working diligently to investigate the circumstances surrounding the teenager's disappearance.

The incident has occurred in a neighborhood where residents are typically familiar with one another, such as the area around Sweet Home Road. The Amherst Police are reviewing footage from nearby security cameras and conducting interviews with potential witnesses. Residents in the Town of Amherst are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

The police department will continue to provide updates on the investigation and is urging anyone with information to contact them. The Amherst Police department's next step will be to hold a community meeting to address concerns and provide additional information on the case, which is scheduled to take place on June 15, 2026.