AVON, Connecticut — A 17-year-old teenager who was reported missing last month was found safe and has been reunited with their family, police announced Thursday.
Ronan Hernsdorf-Smith was reported missing by their family on Aug. 30. They were last seen taking an Uber to the Enfield area before they disappeared.
The teenager left their family a note that read: “I love you all so much. Thank you for everything. I’m so sorry.”
Their family launched a social media campaign and worked with law enforcement to find the teenager. A vigil was held in their name at Avon’s Town Green gazebo on Wednesday night.
The Avon Police Department did not reveal where or when the teenager was found. Nor did they elaborate on the circumstances of his disappearance.
Police said they worked with Hernsdorf-Smith’s family, the community as well as local and federal law enforcement agencies.
“We want to thank everyone who contributed thoughts, prayers and information,” the police department said in a statement. “At this time, Ronan is safe and is with family.”
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