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UPDATE: Whitman police safely locate missing teen

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WHITMAN, Mass. — UPDATED STORY:

Whitman police announce that they have located 18-year-old Lexton Tobiaz “safe and sound.”

“We are grateful to our public safety partners throughout Plymouth County who assisted in this search for the past two days,” Whitman Police wrote on their Facebook page. “We couldn’t do it without them!”

ORIGINAL STORY:

Whitman Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing 18-year-old male.

Lexton Tobiaz was reported missing after leaving his home around 3L30 a.m. on September 3.

Tobiaz is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet, 10 inches tall, with short reddish hair.

He was last seen wearing an olive green hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and olive green Nautica shoes. He was last seen carrying a navy North Face backpack and a small Adidas duffle bag.

Whitman Police believe there is concern for Tobiaz’s well-being.

Whitman Police, along with local authorities and the SEMLEC Search & Rescue Team, are actively searching for Tobiaz.

Anyone who might know of Tobiaz’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Whitman Police Department immediately at 781-447-1212.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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