13-Year-Old Missing 5 Days Turns Up in Hospital as ‘John Doe’

The family of 13-year-old Nathan Torres assumed the worst after he took off on his bicycle in their California neighborhood, two days ahead of Halloween. His family, worried sick, filed a missing juvenile report with local police. Still, days passed before they knew where he was. When they finally got answers, they learned he was in an ICU. Inside Edition Digital’s Stephanie Officer has the details.

[MinutezWithMagz]

When his sister said “he’s just a baby” my heart broke. This is so so sad. All hope for healing to him and his family. ❤️ God bless.

[jellabunny]

When she says “ he’s just a baby “ my heart just broke for this family and young man. I am praying that he heals.

[einienj]

Horrible, but at least he was found.. speedy recovery young man! ❤️

[blackstarafro]

I hope he makes a full recovery. To imagine that he could have died alone in the hospital without any family around is heart breaking. Those medical alert bracelets seem like a good idea for kids, and adults.

[journeysdreams]

This is unfortunate but I'm glad he was found

[cme]

Omg the poor kid. So sad . Prayers for your recovery little man

[MichaelThomas-wezp]

Poor kid, Hope he gets better asap so he can tell his story to his family.

[deeliciousgrapes]

I can't imagine how scared his family was, not knowing where he could've been for 5 days. I hate that this happened to him; However, I'm relieved that he didn't get killed and his family now knows where he is.

[DarkAtHearts]

Props to the police officer who recognized the boy. If he was never identified they might have took him off life support after a while

[mr.meeseeks]

I pray his brain damage isn't too severe and he makes a full recovery and has a long and happy life! I'm not religious but doesn't hurt to pray for him and the family, if there ever was a time to pray regardless what you believe now would be the time!

The important thing is his recovery now.

[Katsanargle]

Wonder how he's doing now. Words can't express how awful this must have been him and his family. Wishing them the best!!! Hopefully we can get an update soon

[cutzymccall]

Poor little kid. So glad he’s alive and obviously much loved, however. Will pray for his full recovery.

[candysmith]

Relief for the family, but now worries for his injuries. Praying for a speedy recovery for this young man.🙏🙏

[fairytalesim]

"He's just a baby" That broke me! I have a younger brother as well and I can't even imagine going through this. Poor boy.

[jojobee]

How horrible, a young healthy boy with his whole life ahead of him - all changed in a second.... Prayers that he has a miraculous recovery!

[matjb]

I hope he recovers, fully. Only 13 and has been through this much. What a warrior.

[mia-bsbv]

ugh as much as i hate seeing him with injuries, i’m so glad that he’s alive. i’m hoping he has a good recovery.<3

[Astronomicat]

I wanna give him a hug, I feel so bad for the poor kid

[brown_and_curly_ne_girly]

He is so loved by his sister, the way she spoke about him name me tear up. I’m so sorry to their family and to their sweet little boy.