Teen, 16, reported missing in Pompano Beach, deputies say

Anthony Benitez. (BSO)

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — The Broward Sheriff’s Office asked for the public’s help Friday in locating a 16-year-old boy who they say was last seen Tuesday night in Pompano Beach.

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Anthony Benitez was last seen around 10 p.m. on May 20 in the 1200 block of South Dixie Highway, according to BSO.

Benitez is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs around 140 pounds, authorities said.

They said he has black hair, brown eyes and was last seen wearing long black pants with red stripes and black shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact BSO Detective Chris Blankenship at 954-321-4268 or call BSO’s non-emergency line at 954-764-4357.

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