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The Lost Boy

The Lost Boy

Summary

More than 30 years after 6-year-old Etan Patz disappeared, police identified a suspect named Pedro Hernandez. Hernandez was convicted of murder, but legal appeals required a new trial. In 2026, the Supreme Court restored Hernandez's conviction.

Key Facts

  • Etan Patz, a 6-year-old boy, went missing over 30 years ago.
  • Pedro Hernandez became the main suspect in the case.
  • Hernandez was first convicted of murder.
  • In July 2025, a federal appeals court ordered either a new trial for Hernandez or his release.
  • On June 22, 2026, the Supreme Court reversed the appeals court and reinstated Hernandez’s conviction.
  • The case received wide attention as one of the earliest missing child investigations in the U.S.
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