The Detroit Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating Elijah McGhee, a 14-year-old boy with autism who has been missing since last Friday. According to an article by Audacy, Elijah was last seen at his home on Manning Street, situated near Gratiot and State Fair on Detroit’s northeast side. His family realized his absence and reported him missing the following Sunday, expressing concern for his well-being.
Elijah is described as roughly 5-foot-4, weighing 230 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair. The Detroit Police detailed that he was wearing a black jacket, a blue shirt, blue jeans, and black Jordan brand shoes at the time of his disappearance. The circumstances of Elijah’s disappearance remain unclear, but his family is anxiously waiting for any information that could lead to his safe return. The Detroit Police Department’s 9th Precinct urges anyone knowledgeable about Elijah’s whereabouts to come forward.
To amplify the search, the Detroit Police Department’s Missing Persons unit posted a call-out on their social media platform. The Facebook post identifies Elijah McGhee as missing and implores the community for any leads. “Please help us find serious missing Elijah McGhee. If you have any information, please call Detroit’s 9th Precinct at (313) 596-5940 or 911,” the post reads…