Missing Elmhurst Man Found Safe

UPDATE: Mulhern has been found safe and healthy, police said.

ORIGINAL STORY: ELMHURST, IL — A man with autism has been reported missing from unincorporated Elmhurst. Patrick Mulhern, 22, was last seen by his parents at 2:30 a.m. Friday morning at his home. Police said he was later seen near the Kohl's at Route 83 and St. Charles Road at 5:30 a.m.

According to police, Mulhern is off his medication. He is described as 5'10" and 170 pounds, with brown hair. He is possibly dressed in gray pants, a suede maroon T-shirt with a lightning and a black leather coat. Police said Mulhern should also be wearing silver glasses and his hair is shaved on the sides.

Mulhern likes to go to local parks and has a fascination with swing sets, according to police. Residents can check yards, parks and local businesses and keep an eye out for Patrick in their travels. Police said Mulhern is verbal and he should be able to talk with you if you find him.

If you have seen Mulhern or if you do see him, contact the Sheriff’s Office immediately at 630-407- 2400 or dial 911.

Photo provided by DuPage County Sheriff's Office.