Deputies continue search for missing Florida teen

Deputies said they are asking the public for help in locating a 15-year-old boy who has been missing since last week.

The Lake County Sheriff's Office said they believe the boy, Tamario Brown, went missing Jan. 16 from the Leesburg area.

Sheriffs are asking the public for its help in locating Tamario.

Deputies said 15-year-old Tamario Brown last was seen Jan. 16 in the Leesburg area. (Credit: Lake County Sheriff's Office)

Where is Tamario Brown?

The backstory:

The Lake County Sheriff's Office said Tamario left his home in the Leesburg area on Jan. 16.

What they're saying:

Deputies described Tamario as a black teen with black hair and brown eyes.

Officials stated he is about 5 feet and 4 inches tall and weighs about 130 pounds.

Leaders report Tamario last was seen wearing all black.

Help find Tamario Brown

What you can do:

Sheriffs believe Tamario may be located in the Orange County area.

Those who have information on Tamario's location should contact Detective Lindsay VanBuskirk at (352) 343-2101 or CRIMELINE.

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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

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