Teen Mom Star Jenelle Evans’ Son Jace Reported Missing for the Third Time
In a troubling turn of events, Teen Mom star Jenelle Evans’ son, Jace, 14, has gone missing for the third time. According to TMZ, police were called to Evans’ home at around 8pm on Thursday night after the reality star informed officers that Jace had slipped out of a window and left the house without his cell phone.
This latest disappearance has now lasted for approximately 16 hours, prompting police to add Jace’s name to a nationwide database for missing persons. It is concerning news for Evans and her family, especially considering that Jace has a history of running away.
Last month, Evans took to TikTok to share clues about the reasons behind Jace’s previous disappearance. Fortunately, he was found safe by the police a few days later. Evans revealed that her son’s actions were being falsely attributed to her, resulting in a significant amount of negative attention and comments directed towards her.
During her TikTok videos, Evans hinted at discovering inappropriate content on Jace’s Snapchat account and criticized the app as being a bad influence. She urged parents to monitor their children’s phones, acknowledging that consequences for misbehavior often involve taking away the device. However, she acknowledged that some teenagers can react strongly and even become angry when their phones are taken away, comparing it to an addiction.
Evans also mentioned that there was a significant reason why she was granted full custody of Jace earlier this year. While she did not reveal specific details about his mental health, she assured viewers that he is fine, healthy, and safe.
This time, Jace left the family’s home in North Carolina, prompting his mother to contact the authorities when she couldn’t locate him. The situation has undoubtedly caused significant stress for the family, but Jenelle’s representative, August Keen, stated that Jace is a typical teenager who simply wants more freedom as he grows older.
Interestingly, Snapchat has played a role in prior instances of Jace’s disappearance. Last month, the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Department received a tip from a parent who noticed their child following Jace on the app, leading to his discovery. However, Evans has denied that Snapchat is a factor in the current situation.
Jenelle Evans regained full custody of Jace earlier this year after temporarily giving custody to her mother, Barbara Evans, when he was born. According to Jenelle, Jace ran away this time after his phone was taken away due to school-related issues. She emphasized that this behavior is not uncommon for teenagers and expressed her belief that it is a typical reaction to the consequences imposed by parents.
It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and if Jace will be found safe. The family is undoubtedly concerned and desperate for his return, hoping that he will come back soon.