Florida Missing Child Alert issued for 16-year-old on autism spectrum out of Miami Gardens
Search Underway for Missing Teenager
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in their search for a 16-year-old boy who was reported missing from Miami Gardens. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement issued a Missing Child Alert late Friday night for Bless Lewis.
Missing Child’s Description
According to Miami Gardens Police, the teen left his home on foot along Northwest 32nd Place, near 201st Street, at around 5:55 p.m. on Friday. Lewis stands 6 feet tall, weighs around 140 pounds, and has black hair in dreadlocks and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark gray hoodie and black and gray pajama pants. He may be barefoot.
Key Characteristics and Challenges
Detectives emphasized that Lewis is on the autism spectrum and is reported to be nonverbal, which may impact his ability to communicate or provide information about his whereabouts. This may also affect his ability to respond to his name or identify himself to others.
Authorities Urge Public’s Help
Officials urge anyone with information on his whereabouts to call FDLE’s Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse at 1-888-FL MISSING (1-888-356-4774), Miami Gardens Police at 305-474-2100 or 911.
Conclusion
The search for Bless Lewis is an ongoing effort, and authorities are relying on the public’s help to locate the missing teenager. If you have any information, no matter how small, that may aid in the search, please contact the authorities immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the missing child’s name?
Bless Lewis - How old is the missing child?
16 - What is the child’s physical description?
6 feet tall, 140 pounds, black hair in dreadlocks, brown eyes, dark gray hoodie, black and gray pajama pants, may be barefoot - Is the child on the autism spectrum?
Yes - Is the child nonverbal?
Yes - What should I do if I have information about the missing child’s whereabouts?
Call FDLE’s Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse at 1-888-FL MISSING (1-888-356-4774), Miami Gardens Police at 305-474-2100 or 911