UPDATE (Jan. 18): Missing teen Jay Srivastava has been located and is safe and unharmed.
ORIGINAL RELEASE: Howard County police are asking for the public's help to locate a missing teen from Ellicott City.
Jay Srivastava, 15, was last seen at his residence in the 5300 block of Ambrosia Drive prior to 7 p.m. last night. Family members contacted police today after being unable to locate him overnight.
Officers searched for Srivastava throughout the day but have remained unable to locate him.
Police and family are concerned for his welfare due to the length of time he’s been missing and the fact that he’s underdressed for the weather. He does not have a cell phone or money with him and does not have access to a vehicle.
Family members describe Srivastava as an Indian male male with dark hair and eyes, who was last seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt, white athletic shoes and jeans.
Anyone who sees Srivastava or has knowledge of his location after 7 p.m. on Jan. 16 should call 911.
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