Authorities search for missing 7-year-old with autism in Deltona

ORLANDO, Florida. – Volusia County deputies are searching for a missing 7-year-old autistic boy who ran away from his home in Deltona.

The child, identified as “Charlie,” was last seen around 8 p.m. Monday evening, heading north on Stillwater Avenue. He was wearing a black T-shirt and white shorts.

Volusia Cunty deputies are searching for a missing 7-year-old Deltona boy.

According to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, Charlie is non-verbal and may be attracted to Christmas lights or bodies of water. It is also known for climbing trees.

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Deputies launched an extensive search, calling on additional resources to help locate him. A reverse 911 alert was sent to area residents and Charlie’s photo was shared with local businesses.

Authorities are urging anyone who sees Charlie to call 911 immediately.

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