Search Underway For Missing 14-year-old Boy In Orrington

Update: As of 8 AM Thursday 7/17, Ulrich has been found safe and returned to his family, according to Penobscot County Sheriffs.

Maine Sheriff's Officers are asking for the public's help in locating a 14-year-old boy who is missing from his Penobscot County home.

According to the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office, Jaxon Ulrich left his home in Orrington during the early hours of Friday, July 11th, and was spotted in Brewer later that day.

"Authorities are asking anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward.
If you possess any information regarding the location or well-being of the individual, please reach out to the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office at (207) 947-4585. Alternatively, you can also submit your information through our mobile app."

Authorities describe the young man as 5 feet, 3 inches tall with blonde hair and blue eyes. He weighs about 150 pounds. It's unknown what he was wearing at the time he left the home, or what he may be wearing now.

Sheriffs ask that you take a good look at this picture and keep an eye out for the juvenile.

Missing Orrington Teen, Penobscot County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

Anyone who sees him or has any information on his whereabouts is asked to reach out to law enforcement.

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