Missing Man, 21, With Autism Found In Essex County

NEWARK, NJ — UPDATE: Newark authorities said Thursday that Antonio Reyes was located on the 100-block of Grafton Avenue and is unharmed. Our original article follows below.

Authorities in Essex County are asking for the public’s help finding a missing 21-year-old man who is diagnosed with autism.

The family of Antonio Reyes, 21, of Newark, reported him missing at 12:35 a.m. on Thursday, July 19. He was last seen at 4:40 p.m. on Wednesday, according to the Newark Department of Public Safety.

“Antonio is autistic and is described as 5 feet 10 inches and 200 pounds, with a light skin-complexion, brown hair and brown eyes,” police said. “While detectives are actively searching for Reyes, we seek the public’s assistance in locating him to quickly return him to his family.”

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Antonio Reyes can call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867). Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: www.newarkpd.org or through the Newark Police Division Smartphone App available at iTunes and Google Play.

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