Teen with autism assaults family and damages home, O'fallon IL


A 16-year-old boy with autism is assaulting family members and damaging the home near Willow Dr. Family members tried to confine him to a bedroom but he kept trying to escape. Emergency medical services are nearby in case of injuries.
Audio|Source: O'Fallon and Shiloh Public Safety
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Transcript:
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I'm a domestic disturbance.
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It's probably a battery.
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Near Willow Dr.
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Call our advisor, 16-year-old nephew, who was autistic.
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It was originally tearing up the house.
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He's now physically assaulting people.
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They tried to lock him in a bedroom, but he keeps trying to get out.
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We'll have EMS stage.
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That far enough.
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Location mentioned:
Near Willow Dr, O'Fallon, IL 62269
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