Cumberland County Authorities Search for Missing Teen

Cumberland County Authorities Search for Missing Teen

Cumberland County| Robeson County| Public Safety
October 02, 2025•1 min read

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Youth Services Detectives are asking for the public’s help to locate Lester Strickland, a 14-year-old boy who was reported as a runaway on September 30, 2025.

Lester was last seen the same day he was reported missing at John Griffin Middle School in Fayetteville. Detectives believe he may be in the Pembroke, North Carolina, or surrounding areas.

He is described as:

  • Age: 14 years old

  • Race: American Indian

  • Height: 5'5"

  • Weight: 140 pounds

  • Hair: Brown

  • Eyes: Brown

  • Clothing: Unknown

Anyone with information regarding Lester Strickland's whereabouts is urged to contact Detective W. Lee with the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office at (910) 677-5473.

To remain anonymous, tipsters can reach Fayetteville / Cumberland County Crimestoppers by calling (910) 483-TIPS (8477). Information can also be submitted electronically by visiting their website at http://fay-nccrimestoppers.org and completing the anonymous online tip sheet. Alternatively, the FREE "P3 Tips" app can be downloaded for both Apple and Android devices.

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