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Newark Police Search for Missing Autistic Teen UPDATE: Found Safe

Newark

Newark Police seek the public’s help in locating Altaquan Mitchell, 18, of Newark, who was reported missing today from Belmont Runyon School In the city's South Ward.

Police say, Mitchell, who is autistic, left the school unattended and was reported missing by his mother at approximately 6:15 p.m.

While police are actively searching for Altaquan Mitchell, we seek the public’s help in quickly locating him and returning him to his family.

Director Ambrose urges anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Altaquan Mitchell to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip Line at: 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

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