Crime & Safety

UPDATED: Police End Search for Missing Autistic Man

Police Report Charles Richard Catlett, 21, was located Tuesday and is being reunited with his family.

UPDATED: Jan. 31, 12:50 p.m.

Police reported Tuesday that Richard Charles Catlett was located and arrangements are being made to reunite him with his parents. He was reportedly in good physical condition.

Police continue to investigate the incident and ask that anyone who may have pertinent information contact the Naperville Police Department at 630-420-6147.

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The Naperville Police Department also thanked residents and those in nearby communities for helping spread the word about Catlett.

Originally published Monday, Jan. 30

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Naperville  Police are asking for help as they search for a missing autistic man who was last seen on Naperville’s south side early Monday morning.

Charles Richard Catlett, 21, is 5’ 9” and weighs about 130 lbs., he was last seen wearing a red, snowboarder type jacket, police said. He was possibly carrying a laptop computer. 

Anyone who may have seen Catlett or who may know of his location is asked to contact the at the non-emergency number at 630-420-6147.


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