Independent Detective Case File

Benjamin Peterson

Missing

Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA

Case Number #78
Date of Incident November 17, 2021
Age 3 Date of Birth: 2019
Type of Case Missing
Case Entry March 2, 2026
Last Updated July 20, 2026
Overview


Benjamin Peterson, a young child originally from Los Angeles, California, has been missing since November 17, 2021, when he was last seen in the city. Law enforcement agencies, family members, and national missing-persons databases continue to list him as actively missing, urging anyone with information to come forward.


Benjamin Peterson, a young child originally from Los Angeles, California, has been missing since November 17, 2021, when he was last seen in the city. Law enforcement agencies, family members, and national missing-persons databases continue to list him as actively missing, urging anyone with information to come forward.

According to data maintained by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Peterson — who was very young at the time of disappearance — may currently be 7 years old. His disappearance remains unresolved, with authorities believing he may be with his mother, though her location is also uncertain.

The case has gained attention on social media platforms and missing-persons advocacy networks, with reposts and alerts urging public assistance and widespread sharing.

Despite these community efforts, official investigative details have not been widely published, and there are no recent confirmed sightings or verified breakthroughs reported in mainstream media at this time. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

Latest Developments in the Investigation

– Public appeals continue through online platforms and advocacy groups to keep visibility on the case high.
No confirmed resolutions have been publicly announced since Peterson’s disappearance in late 2021. Law enforcement agencies continue to list him as missing.
– Authorities believe the child may be in the company of his mother but have not released verified updates confirming her whereabouts or status.
– Multiple social media posts and community shares have circulated the missing-person alert, but these do not provide independently verified investigative information.


Despite his age and the urgency – I personally have not been able to find any major news sources about his disappearance. It’s absolutely amazingly sad that a child has been entered into the Missing Kids database and has received virtually no coverage to try and find him.

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Facebook Post:

🚨 STILL MISSING: 6-Year-Old Benjamin Peterson 🚨

Benjamin Peterson has been missing since November 17, 2021, from Los Angeles, California. Authorities believe he may be with his mother, but there have been no confirmed sightings. His case remains open — and he has not been forgotten.

🆘 If you have any information, please contact LAPD at 877-275-5273, call 911, or NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678.

Agency / ReferenceContact
Los Angeles PD: 877-275-5273, call 911
NCMEC: 1-800-843-5678
NCMEC#:2012554
NCIC #: M696539633
DateEvent
Nov 17, 2021Benjamin Peterson was last seen in Los Angeles, California.
Late 2021Alert issued by National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCIC# M696539633).
2022–2023Case remains open; social media awareness campaigns circulate pictures and appeal posts.
2024–2025Ongoing public sharing of missing alerts without confirmed sightings.
2026Case still unresolved; no major public investigative breakthrough confirmed.

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One response to “Benjamin Peterson”

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    Anonymous

    Thank you for bringing this case to everyone’s attention!

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Map Location

Los Angeles, California

On November 17, 2021

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