A 16-year-old is missing in Polk County, as the Sheriff’s office confirmed he was last seen on January 22, 2026.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said that David Howell, 16 years old, was last seen on January 22, 2026 in the Dietz Road area of Bartow. PCSO posted the missing juvenile announcement on January 27th.
According to local law enforcement, the teen was last seen wearing a camo hoodie, grey sweatpants, and black Crocs. David is 6′ tall and 140 lbs.
If you see David, contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200, regarding case number 26-3086.
