Mill Valley police are searching for a 14-year-old boy named Henry after he wandered away from a group program and went missing near the Mill Valley Community Center on Friday. Henry is autistic and only somewhat verbal, and authorities say he may be drawn to grocery and convenience stores. Officers issued an alert urging residents to check their yards, vehicles and nearby businesses and to report any possible sightings right away.
Details From The Alert
According to the Mill Valley Police Department, Henry is described as about 5 feet 8 inches tall, with a medium build and short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a red T-shirt with white writing on the back, jeans and black tennis shoes with white soles. The alert listed 415-446-4526 as the contact number for anyone with information, and noted that the message was sent at 4:25 p.m. on Friday.
Local Reporting And What To Watch For
Local coverage confirmed that Henry walked away from his group program, which triggered the missing-juvenile alert, as reported by Patch. Neighbors and nearby shop owners were asked to review security camera footage and to contact police even with small or tentative leads.
Where He Was Last Seen
The Mill Valley Community Center on Camino Alto, near the city recreation fields, was identified in the alert as Henry's last known location. Searches are concentrating on nearby commercial areas that Henry is known to visit. Officials also say they are checking transit routes and conducting canvasses along likely paths in the surrounding area.
Anyone who sees Henry or has information about his whereabouts is urged to call the Mill Valley Police at 415-446-4526. For emergencies, dial 911. Residents can follow official updates through Nixle and Alert Marin for further information.
