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Missing Autistic Man Reunited with Mother After Crisis
12/16/2025
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Story summary
- August Beckwith, a 29-year-old autistic man, was reunited with his mother, Lori, after disappearing Nov. 17.
- Beckwith's disappearance occurred during a severe mental health crisis in Salt Lake City.
- Beckwith was found on December 10 after a welfare check at a fast-food restaurant.
- Lori thanked the local homeless community for providing Beckwith with food and clothing.
- Lori urged people to show compassion toward families dealing with mental illness.
