Arlington, Virginia – A CODI alert has been issued for a missing 16-year-old, prompting an urgent search in Arlington County.
According to Virginia State Police, the alert was issued on behalf of the Arlington County Police Department at approximately 6:20 p.m. Friday. Authorities are searching for Oluwatobiloba “Tobi” Obikoya, who was last seen on April 9 around 2:08 p.m. in the 1300 block of North Stafford Street.
Police describe Obikoya as a Black male, 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing about 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen possibly wearing black-and-white Nike shoes, black pants, and a black zip-up hoodie. He may also be carrying a green backpack with a white Puma logo.
According to investigators, Obikoya is believed to be traveling on foot. His disappearance has been classified as posing a credible threat to his health and safety, meeting the criteria for a CODI (Critical Operation for a Disappeared Individual) alert.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance but emphasize the importance of public assistance.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Arlington County Police Department at 703-558-2222 or call 911 immediately if he is seen.
The alert may be especially relevant for local students and commuters in the Arlington area who may have been in the vicinity at the time.
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