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Missing Man with Autism Found Safe After Month-Long Search

12/14/2025

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August Beckwith, a 29-year-old man with autism, was found on December 11 after nearly a month missing.
He was located in a fast food restaurant in Taylorsville, over a dozen miles from Salt Lake City where he disappeared.
University of Utah Police Captain Reuben Torres expressed concern for August's well-being due to his medical needs and cold weather.
After being reunited, August was taken to a medical facility for evaluation.

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Story summary

August Beckwith, a 29-year-old man with autism, was found on December 11 after nearly a month missing.
He was located in a fast food restaurant in Taylorsville, over a dozen miles from Salt Lake City where he disappeared.
University of Utah Police Captain Reuben Torres expressed concern for August's well-being due to his medical needs and cold weather.
After being reunited, August was taken to a medical facility for evaluation.