Authorities in Texas are urgently searching for 14-year-old Benjamin Mark Scheurer, who was reported missing from Highland Village and last seen in the Denton area during the early hours of May 12. Law enforcement officials are asking for the public’s assistance as the search intensifies for the missing teenager, whose disappearance has raised concern across the community.
Benjamin is described as 14 years old, approximately 6’0” tall, and weighing around 175 pounds. According to police reports, he left his home at approximately 9:00 p.m. on May 11. His last confirmed sighting was around 4:00 a.m. on May 12 near a Planet Fitness location, where he was reportedly seen riding a skateboard.
Authorities say Benjamin does not have a cellphone, credit cards, or other electronic devices that could assist in tracking his movements, making the search more challenging. Due to the lack of digital traceability, investigators are relying heavily on surveillance footage, witness statements, and public tips to piece together his possible route and current whereabouts.
The Highland Village Police Department has officially entered Benjamin into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database as a missing person. Law enforcement agencies across the region are now working together, expanding search efforts into surrounding areas, including Denton and nearby communities.
Police are urging anyone who may have seen Benjamin or has any information about his movements to come forward immediately. Even small details, such as sightings of a teenager matching his description riding a skateboard during the early morning hours, could be critical in helping locate him safely.
Community members have already begun sharing alerts on social media, spreading his description and last known location in hopes of generating leads. Local residents have expressed concern and are participating in efforts to keep watch in neighborhoods, parks, and public areas where he may have traveled.
Search teams are continuing to review available security footage from businesses, traffic cameras, and residential systems along potential routes between Highland Village and Denton. Investigators are also speaking with individuals who may have been in the area during the overnight hours when Benjamin was last seen.
At this stage, authorities have not indicated whether foul play is suspected, and the primary focus remains on locating the teen as quickly and safely as possible. Officials continue to emphasize the importance of timely information and encourage the public not to assume details beyond what has been confirmed.
Benjamin’s family is said to be cooperating closely with law enforcement and is asking for privacy while remaining hopeful for his safe return. Community members have echoed those hopes, sharing messages of support and urging continued awareness.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Highland Village Police Department at 972-317-6551.
As the search continues, authorities stress that public awareness and cooperation remain the most important tools in bringing Benjamin Mark Scheurer home safely.