The Miramar Police Department is urgently seeking assistance in locating Patrick Ferguson, a 13-year-old special needs child who has been reported missing. According to WSVN, the young boy was last observed at the 6100 block of SW 41 Street in Miramar on the night of Sunday, around 11:00 p.m. He may be dressed in a burgundy Miami Heat t-shirt or a dark blue Under Armor hooded sweatshirt.
Concerns are heightened due to Ferguson's reported difficulties communicating, owing to his special needs status. The Miramar Police Department shared in a statement obtained by their official X account that Ferguson is known to frequently visit gas stations and large department stores, based on known patterns suggested by his past behavior.
Help us locate Patrick Ferguson, a 13 year old child who is missing. He was last seen in Miramar, Florida at the 6100 block of SW 41 Street, on 10/27/2024 at approximately 11:00 PM. He is part of the Special Needs population and may have difficulties communicating. He is known to… pic.twitter.com/ED5eaNaPrK
— Miramar Police (@MiramarPD) October 28, 2024
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Patrick Ferguson's whereabouts to come forward. The Miramar Police Department can be reached at 954-602-4000. Detective Potano is the point of contact for this case. Alternatively, those wishing to provide tips can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 954-493-TIPS.
The community's help plays an invaluable role in efforts to find missing children such as Patrick Ferguson. Searches have intensified with hopes that someone's information will lead to a reunion with his family. Reflecting the gravity of the situation, local residents and businesses who may have seen Patrick are being contacted and provided with essential details to facilitate his safe return.
