Left: Lake, circa 2001
Right: Age-progression to age 27 (circa 2010)
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: March 24, 2001 from Hilliard, Ohio Classification: Endangered Runaway Date of Birth: June 14, 1983 Age: 17 years old Height and Weight: 5'11 - 6'0, 165 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Blond hair, green eyes. Lake has a scar on his right hand and a faint dog bite scar on his cheek. He speaks fluent Spanish in addition to English. He may go by his middle name, Benjamin. At the time of his disappearance, Lake's hair was shorter than in the photo shown above. His teeth are crooked. Clothing/Jewelry Description: A t-shirt, khaki pants and a long black leather trench coat. Medical Conditions: Lake may be in need of medical attention for unspecified reasons.
Details of Disappearance
Lake disappeared from Hilliard, Ohio on March 24, 2001. He was carrying a backpack and cellular phone at the time of his disappearance. Authorities believe he left of his own accord. Lake may have left the state of Ohio. For unspecified reasons, caution is advised when approaching him.Lake was mistakenly reported as recovered in May 2009. In fact, he is still missing. Few details are available in his case.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated January 7, 2011; clothing/jewelry description added, distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Columbus Police Department
614-645-4545
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse
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