Teenager With Autism Missing in Silver Spring; Purple Alert Issued
A 16-year-old nonverbal girl with autism is missing and was last seen in Silver Spring. Authorities have issued a Purple Alert.
Washington, DC, October 2, 2026 — A 16-year-old female is missing and was last seen in Silver Spring, Maryland. The individual is described as nonverbal and has autism.
Authorities have issued a Purple Alert for the missing teenager. The Purple Alert system is used to disseminate information to the public about missing persons who are believed to be in danger.
The specific details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance, including the exact date and time she was last seen, and her physical description beyond her age and the mention of autism, were not immediately available. The police department or agency handling the case has not released further information concerning her whereabouts or any potential risks. Efforts are underway to locate the missing girl.
The alert encourages anyone with information to contact the relevant authorities. The contractor’s name or the specific law enforcement agency that issued the alert was not provided in the available summary. The fine amount, permit status, inspection outcomes, and code violations are also not applicable to this missing person alert scenario as described.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses and more details become public. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings or relevant information that could assist in her safe return.
Story summarized from the original created by Sam.Kosmas@fox.com (Sam Kosmas) on www.fox5dc.com, see more information here.
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