An Endangered Missing Advisory was activated Wednesday for an at-risk 14-year-old boy with autism who was reported missing in Reseda.
Santiago Espinoza was last seen around 7:40 a.m. Wednesday in the 7900 block of Reseda Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol, which activated the alert on behalf of the Los Angeles Police Department.
Santiago was described as a 5-feet-5-inch-tall Hispanic boy weighing 180 pounds with brown hair and eyes. He was last seen wearing a green sweater, blue jeans and white shoes.
Police said Santiago depends heavily on his mother for daily activities due to his disability.
Anyone with information about Santiago’s whereabouts was urged to call 911 or the LAPD West Valley Division at 818-374-7611. Calls during non-business hours should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.
The CHP issues Endangered Missing Advisories to help aid in the swift recovery of at-risk missing children whose disappearance is considered suspicious.