Man with head injury runs from police in residential area, Gilbert AZ


A man who injured his head while slipping in a residential area ran away when police arrived. He has autism and was scared by the police presence. Officers are working to find him to make sure he gets medical attention and is safe.
Audio|Source: Mesa Police Department Superstition Patrol District
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Transcript:
Police searching for a Hispanic male in his 20s to 30s wearing a black shirt with a bloody face. He ran from officers in a residential construction area after slipping and hitting his head. He fled because he was startled and has autism. Officers are using a drone and setting up a perimeter to find him for medical help. No crime is suspected; this is a welfare check due to his injuries and condition.
Police searching for a Hispanic male in his 20s to 30s wearing a black shirt with a bloody face. He ran from officers in a residential construction area after slipping and hitting his head. He fled because he was startled and has autism. Officers are using a drone and setting up a perimeter to find him for medical help. No crime is suspected; this is a welfare check due to his injuries and condition.
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Location mentioned:
Near E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85296
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