Autistic teenager in mental health crisis after argument, Kaukauna WI


An autistic 18-year-old male had an argument with his mother and is outside near E 12th St. He is experiencing a mental health crisis and does not want police contact. His mother is searching for him with a flashlight.
Audio|Source: Waupaca, Shawano, and Outagamie County Fire/EMS
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I currently have an 18-year-old male on the phone, near E 12th St. I've been on the phone with him for quite some time. He initially called asking for help, but he said he does not want to speak with a police officer.
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He said he does not want to harm them.
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He's stating that he's autistic and he had an argument with mom.
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He was adamant. He didn't want me to send anybody over. It sounds like he's hiding outside on Mom.
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I also did get a call from Mom,
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and she's also worried about him. She couldn't find him, but he is outside.
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He did state that he could see Mom walking outside with a flashlight.
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He did say that he's autistic and he tends to lash out at people.
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Location mentioned:
Near E 12th St, Kaukauna, WI 54130
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