Missing Lakewood Teenager Found Safe (Update)

LAKEWOOD, NJ — A Lakewood teenager who took off from a family member on Wednesday evening has been found safe, police said in an update Thursday morning.

Jennifer Valle-Valiente, 17, who has autism, was found with her boyfriend on Thursday, Capt. Gregory Staffordsmith said in the update.

"Information developed during the investigation led investigating officers to an unoccupied Woehr Avenue apartment around 10:20 this morning." he said.

Jennifer appeared to be in good health and was set to be reunited with her family, Staffordsmith said.

"Thanks to all who assisted our efforts," he said.

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