ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio – The Athens County Sheriff’s Office has launched a search for a runaway juvenile, 15-year-old Austin Atchison, who was last seen at his residence in Chauncey on May 14, at approximately 8:00 p.m. Concerns for his safety have grown, prompting local authorities to request public assistance in locating the missing teenager.
According to the sheriff’s office, Austin Atchison was wearing a dark blue shirt, blue jeans, and Nike shoes in blue and white at the time of his disappearance. Described as approximately 6 feet tall, weighing around 135 lbs, he has brown hair and brown eyes, making him easily identifiable. Officials have released a photograph of Austin as the only image available at this time.
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about Austin’s whereabouts to come forward and contact them immediately.