*UPDATE* (January 28, 2026)
Following an investigation, including extensive video canvassing and review of digital evidence, detectives determined that Thomas Medlin's last known location was on the pedestrian walkway on the Manhattan Bridge on January 9 at 7:06 p.m. The last activity on his cell phone was on January 9 at 7:09 p.m. and a nearby surveillance camera captured a splash in the water on January 9 at 7:10 p.m. Medlin was never seen leaving the bridge via path exits.
Under the issuance of subpoenas and search warrants, an examination so far of multiple social media/online gaming profiles and forensic examination of electronic devices associated with Medlin was conducted. This examination has determined these platforms are not connected to his disappearance.
There is no indication of criminal activity. Detectives have continuously communicated the department’s findings to Medlin’s family. The department is continuing to work with its law enforcement partners to bring closure to the family.
Below is the original release.
Thomas Medlin, 15, of Saint James, left the Stony Brook School on Friday, January 9 at approximately 3:30 p.m. and ran to the Stony Brook Train station. He was last seen at Grand Central Station in Manhattan at approximately 5:30 p.m. the same day.
Thomas Medlin is white, 5 feet 4 inches tall, and 130 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black jacket with red stripes, dark sweatpants with white stripes, a black backpack and glasses.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Medlin is asked to contact Fourth Squad Detectives at 631-854-8452 or call 911.