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Search Underway for 12-Year-Old Amere Mackey Last Seen in Valley Stream

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By Published: January 12 2024

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Amere Mackey, 12, was last seen in Valley Stream.

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The Missing Person Squad reports the details of a Missing Juvenile that occurred on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 5:00 pm in Valley Stream and was reported to Police on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 5:20 pm.
 
According to Detectives, Amere Mackey, 12, was last seen in Valley Stream. He is described as a male Black, 5’1”, 150 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing light gray sweatpants, a dark blue jacket, a red and blue winter hat and black sneakers. His possible destination is Brooklyn.
 
Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above Missing Juvenile to contact the Nassau County Police Department Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-7347 or to call 911.
 
All callers will remain anonymous.