Amber Alert: 9-Year-Old Geon King-Parriett Missing in Durham, NC

BREAKING: Amber Alert for 9-Year-Old Geon King-Parriett in Durham, NC

Durham, North Carolina – An Amber Alert has been issued for 9-year-old Geon King-Parriett, who was last seen in Durham on Tuesday evening. The alert was issued by the Durham Police Department after Geon was reported missing by his family.

According to reports, Geon was last seen at his home in the 700 block of Holloway Street in Durham. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, gray sweatpants, and black and red Jordan sneakers. Geon is described as a black male, approximately 4 feet tall and weighing around 60 pounds. He has short black hair and brown eyes.

Authorities believe that Geon may be in the company of a man named Joseph King, who is described as a 30-year-old black male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing around 200 pounds. King is believed to be driving a white 2018 Dodge Charger with North Carolina license plate number FAM5660.

The circumstances surrounding Geon’s disappearance are still unclear, but authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward. The Durham Police Department is asking anyone who may have seen Geon or King to contact them immediately at 911 or 919-560-4427.

The Amber Alert system was established in 1996 as a way to quickly alert the public about missing children. It is named after Amber Hagerman, a 9-year-old girl who was abducted and murdered in Arlington, Texas. Since its inception, the Amber Alert system has been credited with the safe recovery of hundreds of children.

In the case of Geon King-Parriett, the Amber Alert is being used to mobilize the community and law enforcement agencies in the search for the missing child. The alert includes information about Geon’s physical description, the vehicle he may be traveling in, and any other pertinent details that could help locate him.

The Durham community has already begun to rally around the search for Geon, with volunteers distributing flyers and spreading the word on social media. Local businesses and organizations have also joined in the effort to bring Geon home safely.

As the search for Geon continues, authorities are reminding the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings or information that may help in locating him. They are also urging anyone who may be with Geon or King to contact law enforcement immediately and ensure the safe return of the missing child.

The Amber Alert for Geon King-Parriett serves as a reminder of the importance of community involvement and swift action in cases of missing children. By working together and staying vigilant, we can help bring Geon home safely and reunite him with his family.

As the investigation into Geon’s disappearance unfolds, the Durham Police Department will continue to provide updates and information to the public. In the meantime, they are asking for the community’s support and cooperation in the search for Geon.

If you have any information about Geon King-Parriett’s whereabouts, please contact the Durham Police Department at 911 or 919-560-4427. Your help could make all the difference in bringing Geon home safely..