News Summary
Miles William Fairbanks, a 20-year-old man reported missing and endangered from South Milwaukee, has been found safe in Mount Pleasant after a multi-day search. He was last seen leaving home on September 22, and authorities expressed gratitude for community assistance during the search. Fairbanks, who is autistic, had a tendency to wander but had never been missing for so long before. His safe return underscores the importance of community vigilance in similar situations.
South Milwaukee – Miles William Fairbanks, a 20-year-old man who had been reported missing and endangered, was found safe in Mount Pleasant after a search that lasted several days. Fairbanks was last seen on home security video on September 22, leaving his residence on Madison Avenue in South Milwaukee.
On the day of his disappearance, Fairbanks was wearing mirrored sunglasses, a light blue or gray short-sleeve T-shirt, light-colored shorts, and black shoes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighed 130 pounds, and was bald, according to the police report.
His mother last saw him physically on September 17, just before going on vacation. Fairbanks’ father reported that he would occasionally check in with his son. Fairbanks is known to be autistic and is not a frequent speaker. While he has a history of wandering off for a few hours, he had never been missing for this prolonged period before.
In previous instances, Fairbanks has enjoyed wandering and has been located at places such as Hobby Lobby in Franklin. He is also fond of visiting beaches and parks. Notably, it is common for him to leave his phone at home while he explores, creating concerns about his safety during his time away.
Local authorities announced that Fairbanks had been located safely in Mount Pleasant and expressed gratitude to the public for their assistance in the search efforts. The swift resolution to this case highlights the community’s concern and willingness to help in critical situations involving vulnerable individuals.
The background of the situation shows that while Fairbanks had a tendency to explore independently, this particular case raised ample concern due to the length of time he was missing and the fact that he is autistic. Such cases require immediate attention and highlight the challenges faced by families in similar situations.
The successful conclusion of this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and support in ensuring the safety of individuals who may wander off due to mental health conditions. Authorities emphasize the significance of awareness and prompt reporting when individuals are missing, particularly those who may be more vulnerable.
With Fairbanks now safely returned home, the event serves to reinforce the need for understanding and supporting families dealing with similar challenges. The cooperation between the community and law enforcement in this matter demonstrates a collective commitment to public safety.
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- WISN: South Milwaukee Police Looking for Missing 20-Year-Old Man
- JSONLINE: Milwaukee Police Seeking Critically Missing 48-Year-Old Man
- FOX6 Now: South Milwaukee Missing Endangered Man Fairbanks
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Missing Persons
- TMJ4: Cudahy Police Issue Missing Endangered Person Alert for 57-Year-Old Man
- Google Search: Missing Persons News
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