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Denver police ask for help finding missing teen last seen in Northfield

By Jennifer McRae

March 31, 2025 / 10:33 AM MDT / CBS Colorado

Police in Denver have teamed up with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation to ask for help in finding missing teenager Jerry "Owen" Van-Pierson. The 16-year-old was last seen in the area of 8500 E. Northfield Boulevard at 1:15 p.m. Sunday.

Jerry "Owen" Van-Pierson Denver Police

Van-Pierson is described as a white male, 6-foot-1, 135 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes. The teen was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants, and green shoes.

Police said he suffers from a cognitive disability and is reluctant to speak to strangers.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or the Denver Police Department at 720.913.2000.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.