12-year-old boy missing from southeast DC

Police are asking for the public's help in their search for a missing 12-year-old boy from the District.

Elijah Howard was last seen August 5th in the 3300 block of D Street in the southeast.

Elijah is described as a black male, 5'0'', weighing 80 to 85 lbs. He has black hair cut in a fade style, brown eyes, and a medium complexion.

Police say he last seen wearing a red shirt, black shorts, and black, red, and white Nike shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099 or text tips to 50411.