An 18-year-old with autism has been missing since Friday, Oct. 16, after leaving a special-needs school in Reseda, California, according to his mother, who spoke with KTLA.
Junior Perez Saavedra was last seen Friday morning at the Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center in the San Fernando Valley. His family is concerned about his safety and is asking for information that could help locate him.
His mother, Maria Saavedra, said her son requires assistance with daily activities and cannot safely care for himself. She also said he does not know how to find his way home, raising concerns about his ability to navigate unfamiliar surroundings alone.
“I’ve asked the police to issue an alert, but they tell me there’s a specific protocol to follow,” Maria Saavedra told KTLA.
Maria Saavedra said she had not received an update from police since Friday. The lack of information has added to her concern as the search for her son continues.
Family Seeks Information About Missing Teen
Junior Perez Saavedra was last reported seen at the Reseda school on the morning of Oct. 16. His mother is urging anyone who may have seen him or knows anything about his whereabouts to contact authorities.
Because Junior needs support with everyday tasks, his family fears he could be vulnerable while missing. Anyone who encounters him or has relevant information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department promptly.
How to Report Information
Anyone with information about Junior Perez Saavedra’s whereabouts should immediately contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
People who believe they have seen him should share the details of the sighting with authorities, including the location and time, if known.
The information in this report is based on details provided by his mother to KTLA. Anyone sharing information about the case should rely on verified updates from law enforcement or the family.