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Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Launches Search for Missing Teen with Intellectual Disabilities

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Published on November 04, 2024
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office Launches Search for Missing Teen with Intellectual DisabilitiesSource: Facebook/Bexar County Sheriff's Office

The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is searching for 17-year-old Anniyah Burks, who was reported missing after being last seen last Saturday afternoon, in Northeast Bexar County. She was last spotted around 3:15 p.m. in the 7600 block of Kitty Hawk Road, according to KSAT.

Burks is 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighs about 160 pounds, has black hair and brown eyes, and has intellectual disabilities. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie with writing and maroon shorts. Authorities are asking the public for help in locating her, as reported by the KSAT.

Additional details from KENS 5 indicate that Anniyah left home after ordering a ride-share service and was dropped off near Rivercenter Mall in downtown. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has reminded the public that harboring a runaway is a Class A misdemeanor, with potential penalties including up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $5,000. Anniyah's parents are deeply concerned for her safety due to her medical condition. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Bexar County Sheriff's Office at (210) 335-6000 or email [email protected]. Her family and authorities are hoping for her safe return, details were shared by KENS 5.