DATE/TIME: August 3, 2022, at approximately 2:00 a.m.
INCIDENT: Critical Missing Person
LOCATION: 11000 block of Merino Ave, Apple Valley
SUSPECT(S):
VICTIM(S): Jaden Cuccia, 15-year-old male resident of Apple Valley
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August 3, 2022 / 9:45 a.m.
MISSING CHILD HAS BEEN LOCATED AND REUNITED WITH HIS FAMILY
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SUMMARY: On Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at approximately 2:00 a.m., Apple Valley deputies responded to the 11000 block of Merino Ave, in the Town of Apple Valley to investigate a missing person. During the investigation, deputies learned Jaden Cuccia left his residence on foot and walked south on Merino Ave. Jaden is autistic and suffers from asthma. Jaden is 5'08", 160 lbs. and was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, blue shorts and adidas shoes.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Gustavo Garcia of the Apple Valley Station (760) 240-7400. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information at www.wetip.com.
Refer: Detective Gustavo Garcia
Station: Apple Valley
Phone No. (760) 240-7400
Case No. 182203972
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
