Malachi Loftin Missing: Missing 14 Year Old Found Safe- Raleigh, NC
Malachi Loftin Missing: 14-Year-Old Boy From Raleigh, NC Found Safe After Urgent Search
Raleigh, NC — After days of fear, confusion, and an intense community-wide search, 14-year-old Malachi Loftin has been found safe, bringing immense relief to his family, friends, and the entire Raleigh community.
Malachi was reported missing after Halloween night when he vanished under mysterious circumstances near downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. According to initial reports, Malachi was last seen near the Marbles Kids Museum, walking with a group of friends toward McDonald’s when the night took an unexpected and frightening turn.
Two boys in the group were attacked, but Malachi and another boy — who the others said they didn’t know — had walked ahead. Moments later, Malachi disappeared without a phone or any trace of where he might have gone.
The search for the missing 14-year-old quickly spread across the city, with community members, volunteers, and family joining forces to locate him.
Description and Initial Search Efforts
Before being found safe, Malachi Loftin was described as 6 feet tall, often seen around Shaw University, McDonald’s, or Bojangles near New Bern Avenue, close to the Walmart where his family lives.
At the time of his disappearance, he was last seen wearing:
🖤 Echo hoodie
🚀 NASA sweatpants
🖤 Black bonnet
👟 White Air Force sneakers
🎒 Bookbag
Flyers with this description circulated widely across Raleigh and social media, as loved ones and neighbors refused to give up hope.
Family’s Emotional Plea and Relief
Malachi’s mother had spent sleepless nights searching for her son, praying for his safety, and pleading publicly for help. Her words reflected the pain of every parent’s worst fear:
“My other sons are seeing this. I’m trying to stay positive, but the longer time goes by, I’m losing hope.”
That hope was finally restored when word came that Malachi had been located safe. Though full details about how or where he was found have not yet been shared, the Raleigh Police Department has confirmed that the teen is safe and being reunited with his family.
The family has expressed deep gratitude to everyone who shared posts, joined search efforts, and offered emotional support throughout the ordeal.
Community Response and Moving Forward
The Raleigh community has been quick to celebrate the good news. Social media has been filled with messages of relief and joy, with many thanking those who spread awareness using hashtags like #FindMalachiLoftin and #RaleighStrong.
While questions remain about what happened on Halloween night, the priority now is ensuring Malachi’s well-being and giving the family time to heal after a traumatic experience.
A Grateful Ending
What began as a terrifying disappearance has thankfully ended with hope and safety. The story of Malachi Loftin is a powerful reminder of how communities can come together in times of crisis — and how collective effort, faith, and vigilance can make all the difference.
