m. , which immediately triggered an intensive search amid high anxiety.
"We’re just praying for good news," said Harris.
The mother added that Jett has gone missing before but within a smaller area, and she advised anyone who spots him to use his nickname to make him feel welcome.
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"He may be a little standoffish, but if you can, please contact the police station immediately. Call him by his nickname.
That might make him more welcome. He loves numbers, letters, nursery rhymes, and stuff like that.
So he's drawn to stuff like that," Harris said.
Local authorities and neighbors have mobilized to sweep the area, urging residents in the 8000 block of Webb Road to thoroughly inspect their properties, including yards, porches, outbuildings, and wooded areas.
"From my understanding this is not their home," said Major Frank Thomas of Clayton County PD.
Thomas clarified the situational context regarding the apartment's door handles before police renewed their calls for public vigilance.
"Due to his condition, he may be unable to communicate or seek help, and officers are deeply concerned for his safety.
Every minute is critical," Clayton County PD said.
The police department emphasized that community cooperation is vital to resolving the critical situation.
"Your call could be the one that brings him home safely," Clayton County PD said.
Local residents have joined the search efforts, expressing solidarity with the family as tactical units plan to continue operations through the overnight hours.
"This is a big complex," Demeca Evans, a local neighbor, explained as volunteers joined the sweep.
Evans noted that having a grandchild of the same age made the situation hit close to home.
"I got kids and I got a grandson that age, and I would be devastated to know that he was not in our presence or missing.
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So I’m praying for the mother and the parents, and I really pray that you’ll find this baby," Evans said.
