RICHMOND COUNTY, N.C. — A 16-year-old boy with autism was reported missing from Richmond County, the sheriff’s office said Wednesday. Later that afternoon, they confirmed he had been found safe.
Jathan “Jay” William Herendon was last seen around 1 a.m. Wednesday at a home on West Ridge Court in the Cordova community of Rockingham.
Herendon has blonde hair and brown eyes. The sheriff’s office said he has autism, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, and explosive behavior disorder.
Deputies said he was last seen wearing a multi-colored graffiti T-shirt with jeans and black or purple shoes. He may have a black shirt and khaki pants for a change of clothes. He may also have a gray duffle bag with teal trim.
Authorities said Herendon is afraid of water and heights.
Around 3:30 p.m., the sheriff’s office said Herendon had been found.
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