*Cancelled* Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory

Published: 05-02-2024 | Category: Statewide


UPDATE: Elijah Morris was located safe. The Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory is cancelled. Please direct any questions to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. 

Original Release:

West Baton Rouge Parish – The Louisiana State Police has issued a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory on behalf of the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office (WBRSO) for 12-year-old Elijah Morris. Morris was last seen on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, when he got off of his school bus at 2:45 p.m. in Brusly. Morris left his book sack at his residence and left in an unknown direction of travel. 


Elijah Morris is a black male with black hair and brown eyes. He is approximately 5’6” tall and weighs approximately 100 lbs. He was last seen wearing a red “Brusly Middle School” collared shirt and khaki pants. 


Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Elijah Morris should immediately contact the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office at 225-490-8599 or call 911. All inquiries concerning this matter should be directed to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Contact Information:
Sgt. Kate Stegall    
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Region 1
Office: (225) 925-6202         
Kate.stegall@la.gov