Travis Smith has been located safe, bringing relief to loved ones and the community members who shared his story and helped spread awareness. 💙
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | June 21, 2026
Welcome news as the search for the missing 13-year-old comes to a safe conclusion.
The Anchorage Police Department announced Saturday that 13-year-old Travis Smith, who had been reported missing, has been located.
The department thanked the public for its attention to the case. No additional details were released.
His safe return is welcome news for family, friends, and everyone who helped share information and raise awareness during the search.
Community asked to stay alert after 13-year-old was last seen late Thursday night near Juneau Drive.
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | June 19, 2026
A 13-year-old Anchorage boy is missing, and police are asking for the public’s help in bringing him home safely.
According to the Anchorage Police Department, Travis Smith was reported missing on June 18, 2026. He was last seen or heard from around 10 p.m. near the 1600 block of Juneau Drive.
Travis is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing about 95 pounds, with short black hair and black eyes. When he was last seen, he was wearing a light blue shirt, a black jacket, and blue jeans.
When a child goes missing every hour matters. Friends, neighbors, and community members are encouraged to keep an eye out and share information that could help locate Travis and reunite him with his loved ones.
Anyone who has seen Travis or knows where he may be is asked to contact Anchorage police dispatch by calling 311 and reference APD Case No. 26-0016279.
Even the smallest piece of information could make a difference.
This is a developing story and will be updated if additional information becomes available.
