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A vehicle tied to two missing teenagers has been located at Loradale Market in Lexington, KY. The white 2020 Acura ILX is associated with Aoun Ismail Basboos and Ali Haider Naqvi, who were last seen on May 11. The police are investigating the connection between this case and a shots-fired incident in the area. They are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding the teens or the vehicle as search efforts continue.
Lexington, KY – A vehicle linked to two missing teenagers has been found at Loradale Market, located at the 6800 block of Russell Cave Road in Lexington. The discovery was made during a search warrant executed by the Lexington Police Department at approximately 5 p.m. on Thursday, as part of an ongoing criminal investigation.
The vehicle in question is a white 2020 Acura ILX with Kentucky license plate N9D006. This car is associated with missing teenagers Aoun Ismail Basboos, age 15, and Ali Haider Naqvi, age 16. Police confirmed the teens were last seen getting into the Acura around 5:50 p.m. on May 11, 2025, at the 3300 block of Spangler Drive.
Basboos is described as standing 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing around 130 pounds, and wearing a red jacket when last seen. He also has a scar on his right arm. Naqvi, on the other hand, is taller, at 6 feet 2 inches, and weighs around 210 pounds. He was wearing a black jacket at the time of his disappearance.
The last known sighting of the Acura was around 6:30 p.m. on the same day on Hume Bedford Road in Bourbon County. Notably, this incident is under investigation in connection with a shots-fired incident that took place at the same time.
The Fayette County Coroner, Gary Ginn, confirmed that police have been searching the area for human remains but have not found anything as of now. This ongoing situation has prompted the Lexington Police Department to urge the public for assistance. They are asking anyone with information regarding the missing teens or the vehicle to contact the department at (859) 258-3600 or call 911.
In addition, anonymous tips can be submitted through Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling (859) 253-2020, visiting their online platform, or using the P3 Tips app. The investigation is currently classified as a developing story, and authorities are working diligently to gather more information.
The search efforts for Basboos and Naqvi are critical, as recent reports have raised concerns regarding their safety. The connection between the missing teens and the recent criminal activity has intensified the investigation, prompting law enforcement to act swiftly.
Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of community awareness and involvement in these types of cases. The cooperation from the public can often lead to vital information that may aid in solving such investigations. As the search continues, residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
This case highlights the ongoing challenges families face when loved ones go missing, and the importance of thorough police work in locating them. As the Lexington Police Department continues its investigation, the hope remains that Aoun Ismail Basboos and Ali Haider Naqvi will be found safe.
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