North Miami police search for missing teen with schizophrenia

Kenel Metayer ran away from parents, police say

NORTH MIAMI, Fla. – North Miami police are searching for a missing 19-year-old who suffers from schizophrenia, authorities announced Friday.

According to police, Kenel Metayer ran away from his parents in the area of Northeast 125th Street and Sixth Avenue.

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Police said Metayer, who has the mental capacity of a 12-year-old, last texted his mother that he was on the Metromover in downtown Miami.

Anyone who comes into contact with the teen is asked to call Detective Rhymer at 305-891-0294 ext. 23125.


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