BATON ROUGE, La. — The search for 15-year-old Jaderrius Minnieweather has entered a critical new phase, with authorities and volunteers focusing on additional potential locations in the Baton Rouge area after more than a week without any sign of the missing teen.

Jaderrius was last seen in the “Ghost Town” area of Baton Rouge. He is described as 4’7″ tall and weighing approximately 98 pounds. He has dark hair and was last seen wearing a red shirt and khaki pants.

Community members, including family and friends, have been actively searching the area, with emotional scenes of volunteers combing through neighborhoods and wooded spots in hopes of finding him safe.

The Baton Rouge Police Department is urging anyone with information to contact them immediately at 225-389-2000. Jaderrius may still be in or around the Baton Rouge area.

Recent developments have also drawn attention to the arrest of Maurice Parms, with some wondering whether there could be a connection to Jaderrius’s disappearance. Authorities have not confirmed any link at this time, but the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Jaderrius’s family and the community continue to hold out hope for his safe return, organizing searches and spreading awareness through missing person flyers and social media.

Anyone who may have seen Jaderrius or has any information is asked to contact Baton Rouge Police immediately. Even the smallest detail could help bring him home.

Our thoughts are with Jaderrius’s family during this incredibly difficult time. We hope for a safe and positive resolution soon.

This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.