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Boy, 6, Rescued from River Embankment After Autism Escape
13 Nov
Summary
- A 6-year-old boy with autism was rescued from a river embankment.
- He was found clinging to a tree, partially submerged in cold water.
- The child was reunited with his parents and taken to the hospital.
In a remarkable rescue, authorities saved a 6-year-old boy with autism who had gone missing. The child reportedly climbed through his bedroom window and wandered near the Passaic River.
Responding to calls about a child knocking on doors, police located the boy approximately 30 minutes later. He was found at the bottom of the river embankment, clinging to a tree while partially submerged in the cold water.
Officers noted the boy was shivering and in distress. He was given comfort and sensory toys before being reunited with his parents. The child was then transported to a local hospital for a medical evaluation.
As of November 13, 2026, the boy was reported to be doing well and had returned home to his family.
