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Search continues for autistic teenager missing in Victoria bushland
A 17-year-old autistic teenager, William, disappeared from a campsite at Walhalla East in Victoria on Friday afternoon, prompting a large search by police and State Emergency Service volunteers. Police fear he may have become lost in rugged bushland as weather worsened, while his mother hopes he is safe.
William was on his first camping trip and had walked to another part of the campsite near Stoney Creek Road and T2 Track; he was wearing shorts and work boots. He is 190cm tall with a thin build and requires substantial support due to level two autism. His mother said an esky was found but there was no sign of him, and police confirmed the search was continuing on Monday.
In short
- A 17-year-old has been missing in Victorian bushland since Friday.
- Police and emergency volunteers are searching rugged terrain.
- His mother says an esky was found, but there is no sign of him.
Explained simply
Walhalla East is a rural area in Victoria, surrounded by bushland and walking tracks. The terrain can be difficult to cross, and changing weather can make it harder for search teams to cover the area and for someone who is lost to find their way.
Victoria Police are leading the search, with State Emergency Service volunteers helping. William’s autism means he needs substantial support, and this was his first camping trip. Information about his clothing and build may help searchers and members of the public recognise him.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “Aussie teen vanishes without a trace on camping trip in Victoria – as urgent search is launched”.