Police Department

SPD is seeking assistance locating a missing autistic juvenile

Ofc N. Briggs #1177

Friday, July 20, 2018 at 1:35 a.m.

Update:

Missing teen, Josiah Joseph, has been located and safely returned back to his family.

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SPD is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing autistic juvenile

14-year-old Josiah Joseph was last seen in the area of 700 S Scott on 07-19-18 at approximately 9:00PM. Josiah is a black male approximately 5’5” and weighs around 130lbs. He was last seen wearing a grey cutoff shirt, and red basketball shorts. Attached is a photo of Josiah.

If located call Crime Check at 509-456-2233 immediately. If able, please Keep an eye on Josiah until responders can contact him.

Incident #2018-20140193

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