Local authorities are intensifying their efforts to find a 12-year-old boy named Santana, who is currently missing in DeKalb County. FOX 5 Atlanta reports that Santana disappeared after he left his home on Wedgefield Circle on Sunday, igniting a search throughout the community.
Described as being 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighing 113 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair, Santana was last seen wearing a white shirt and black joggers. In a move that is concerning, he has not been seen since the time he left his house, which has prompted the police to ask the public for help.
Additional information about the missing boy's description and what he was wearing at the time of disappearance was echoed by Atlanta News First. The community is now canvassing to gather any leads that might expedite the safe return of the young boy.
Authorities are urging anyone with information on Santana's whereabouts to immediately contact the DeKalb County Police Department's Special Victims Unit. After conducting initial searches, police have emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, as detailed by Atlanta News First, "If anyone sees Santana, call the police department’s special victims unit at 770-724-7710," to ensure prompt action can be taken to locate Santana and ensure his safety.
