Gold Alert: Police and Family Search for Missing Teen Aiden Shores
Urgent Search Underway in Lewes
Missing person in Delaware. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 15-year-old Aiden Shores, who disappeared early Sunday, October 26, 2025, near Robinsonville Road in Lewes, Delaware.
Authorities say Aiden left a residence on foot around 12:30 a.m., and he has not been seen or heard from since.
Police and family members now express deep concern for his safety and well-being. Every passing hour makes the search more critical.
Aiden Shores: Description and Last Known Details
Aiden is described as a White male, standing 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 103 pounds. He has blonde hair, blue eyes, and a slender build.
When last seen, Aiden was wearing a Carhartt jacket and gray sweatpants.
Investigators believe he left the area on foot, though his current direction of travel remains unknown. Officers have searched nearby roads, wooded areas, and local parks but have found no trace so far.
Police Continue to Expand the Search
The Delaware State Police have activated patrol teams, drones, and K9 units to search both residential zones and rural terrain.
Detectives have canvassed neighborhoods and interviewed witnesses who may have seen Aiden during the early morning hours.
So far, no confirmed sightings have been reported, but the investigation continues to move quickly. Authorities have urged residents near Robinsonville Road, Route 24, and Plantation Road to review doorbell and security footage for any sign of movement between midnight and dawn.
Every possible lead is being checked without delay.
Family Pleads for Aiden’s Safe Return
Aiden’s family remains heartbroken but determined. They have distributed flyers throughout Lewes and neighboring communities, hoping someone recognizes his face.
His mother shared a desperate message on social media:
“Aiden, we love you. Please come home. You are not in trouble — we just want you safe.”
Friends describe Aiden as quiet, kind, and deeply thoughtful. He loves the outdoors and often walks alone to clear his head. That habit now worries investigators as temperatures drop and the nights grow colder.
Community Joins the Effort
Local residents have come together in support. Volunteers have searched wooded trails, coastal roads, and nearby convenience stores. Many have shared Aiden’s photo on Facebook, X, and local community boards.
Police say this cooperation is vital. Each post, share, or tip could help locate him faster.
How You Can Help
Anyone who sees Aiden Shores or has information about his whereabouts should call 911 immediately.
You can also contact Delaware State Police Troop 7 at 302-644-5020 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.
Anonymous tips are welcome and could make all the difference.
“Someone knows something,” said one officer on the scene. “Please, check your cameras. Look around. Let’s bring Aiden home.”
The community of Lewes, Delaware, stands united in hope — and the search for Aiden Shores continues tonight.
