Crime & Safety

Autistic Child Reported Missing In Miami

A 12-year-old boy who suffers from autism was reported missing Wednesday in Miami.

Danilo Vargas was last seen around 4:20 p.m., according to Miami police.
Danilo Vargas was last seen around 4:20 p.m., according to Miami police. (Via Miami Police Department)

MIAMI, FL — A 12-year-old boy who suffers from autism was reported missing Wednesday from the 600 block of SW 8th Avenue.

"He is Autistic and was last seen wearing a black jacket, red shirt and beige pants," explained Officer Michael Vega of the Miami Police Department.

Danilo Vargas was last seen around 4:20 p.m., according to Miami police.

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Vargas is described as white, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 125 pounds with white hair and green eyes.

To report a tip, call the Miami Police Department at 305-603-6300 or 305-579-6111 or send an email to Detective Saintfleur at 42892@miami-police.org.

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