Missing autistic child rescued using GPS bracelet in Florida

29 Nov 2023 • 11:07 PM MYT
The Independent
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A GPS bracelet enabled police officers in Florida to locate a nine-year-old autistic boy after he went missing on Sunday, 26 November.

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) released bodycam footage of the rescue, which they say had “invaluable assistance” from SafetyNet - wearable technology used for finding and rescuing people “at risk who wander and become lost.”

The youngster was found hiding behind a building’s air conditioning unit “safe and unharmed,” HCSO said in a statement.

“SafetyNet has proven to be a lifesaving tool, and I couldn’t be more thankful for our strong partnership,” said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister.

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