Deputies Search for Missing 12-Year-Old Boy
The 12-year-old was last seen near Turnberry Lane in Dayton on Saturday, prompting a search effort by local authorities.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Pre-Teens
Lyon County deputies are searching for Orion Perkins, a 12-year-old boy who was last seen Saturday near Turnberry Lane in Dayton. The child, who did not return from a local event, is 5 feet tall and weighs 110 pounds.
Why it matters
The search for a missing child requires immediate community support to assist law enforcement in locating the youth safely. Residents are encouraged to report any relevant information to local authorities.
Official missing person report identifying a 12-year-old male, last seen at noon, with the current status of the search remaining open. No specific findings or leads on his location have been confirmed by law enforcement.
The players
Lyon County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and emergency response in the area.
Orion Perkins
A 12-year-old boy currently the subject of a search effort by local deputies.
The details
Deputies from the Lyon County Sheriff's Office are actively canvassing several locations, including the Dayton Skate Park, the Dayton Library, the Lakes Boulevard pond, and surrounding wooded areas. The search was initiated following a report that the child failed to return after attending a trunk-or-treat event on Friday night. Orion Perkins is described as having fair skin, blue eyes, and a shaved head; he was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, blue jeans, and a gray or black hat.
Timeline
Orion Perkins attended a trunk-or-treat event on October 23, 2026.
He was last seen by friends near Turnberry Lane at 12:00 p.m. on October 24, 2026.
Lyon County deputies were notified of the disappearance at 12:22 p.m. on October 24, 2026.
Health Landscape
This search effort follows established search-and-rescue protocols mandated for missing minors in the region. The response aligns with standard practices for coordinating rapid local community support in urgent public safety situations.
Residents in the area should remain vigilant and report any sightings of the child to the proper authorities. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts should contact the Lyon County Dispatch at 775-463-6620 immediately.
The takeaway
Community members play a vital role in identifying vulnerable missing children by reporting potential sightings to local law enforcement. If you see the child described, contact the Lyon County Dispatch at 775-463-6620 and do not attempt to intervene independently.
Further reading
For more information on supporting youth safety and community resources, visit the Pre-Teens section.
