Search for Missing Teen Aoun Basboos Intensifies in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Lexington Police are actively searching for 15-year-old Aoun Basboos, who is feared to be in danger. He was last seen on May 11, 2025, in the 3500 block of Spangler Drive.

Basboos was reportedly seen with 16-year-old Ali Naqvi before they entered a vehicle tied to a shots-fired incident that occurred shortly after their disappearance. As part of the ongoing investigation, a 17-year-old suspect has been charged with murder related to the case. Authorities urge anyone with knowledge of their whereabouts to contact the Lexington Police Department at (859) 258-3600.

In an effort to encourage tips from the community, Bluegrass Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of $2,500 for information leading to Basboos’s location. Individuals can submit anonymous tips by calling (859) 253-2020 or visiting the Bluegrass Crime Stoppers website.

This situation continues to develop as police follow up on leads. Detectives are committed to uncovering the circumstances surrounding Basboos’s disappearance.