Police search for teenager with autism at Mount Disappointment

Police have launched an air and ground search for a teenager with autism after he was separated from his family on Mount Disappointment today.

William Callaghan, otherwise known as Will, was last seen on the south side of the summit about 2.20 today, Monday 8 June.

Police and family are extremely concerned for the 14-year-old who is non-verbal and doesn’t have any food or water with him. He is also not dressed for the elements of a cold evening.

The Police Airwing, Search and Rescue Squad, Dog Squad, local uniform members in 4WD’s and police on bikes are also being supported by the State Emergency Services in searching for Will.

An image of Will has been released as below.

Anyone who sees Will is urged to call Triple Zero (000).

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