Charlotte, NC, August 5, 2026 —

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a 15-year-old male who was discovered at the Charlotte International Airport on Wednesday night.

The teenager was found without any identification and was unable to provide officers with any personal details or information regarding a guardian. Authorities have not released further identifying characteristics of the boy at this time.

The Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services has taken custody of the 15-year-old. The circumstances leading to his presence at the airport and his inability to provide information are under investigation.

Anyone with information that could assist in identifying the teenager or his guardians is encouraged to contact the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Further details will be released as they become available.



Story summarized from the original created by Spencer Chrisman on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.

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