Stash Smith Missing, CAÑON CITY, Colo. — Authorities are asking the public for help locating 9-year-old Stash Smith, who has been reported missing in Cañon City, Colorado. Law enforcement is actively searching for the child and is urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact police immediately.
According to information released by law enforcement, Stash was last seen in the 600 block of Raintree Boulevard in Cañon City. He was reportedly on foot at the time and was wearing red shorts, no shirt and no shoes.
Authorities have also warned that Stash may possibly obtain or use a bicycle while away from the area where he was last seen. Residents are therefore being encouraged to remain alert in neighborhoods, along roads and sidewalks, near parks and in other areas where a child traveling by bicycle could potentially be seen.
The circumstances surrounding Stash’s disappearance have not been detailed beyond the information released by law enforcement. Authorities have emphasized that the available information is limited, and residents are being asked to focus on the identifying details provided in the missing-child alert.
Anyone who believes they have seen Stash is encouraged to contact authorities promptly and provide the location and direction of travel. Community members are asked to avoid approaching him in a way that could cause him to leave the area and instead notify law enforcement with any potentially useful information.
The Cañon City Police Department can be reached at 719-276-5600. Anyone who believes Stash is in immediate danger or that an emergency is occurring should call 911. The department is located at 161 Justice Center Road in Cañon City and provides police assistance around the clock.
Authorities have not released additional identifying information beyond Stash’s name, age, last known location and clothing description. Residents in Cañon City and surrounding areas are encouraged to remain attentive and share accurate information about the search so that potential sightings can be reported quickly.
The search remains ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information about Stash Smith’s whereabouts to contact the Cañon City Police Department without delay. Any credible information could assist investigators in determining his location and helping bring the 9-year-old safely home.
