New image shows missing man with autism in Lithonia
DeKalb County police are searching for 20-year-old Albert who disappeared on April 14, 2026. (DeKalb County Police Department)
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Police are looking for a missing 20-year-old man last seen walking down a Lithonia street.
A Mattie's Call, Georgia's emergency missing alert for disabled or elderly persons, has since been issued.
What we know:
According to the DeKalb County Police Department, Albert Waugh was last seen around 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday in the 1700 block of S. Stone Mountain Road in Lithonia.
He stands 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs about 140 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.
He was wearing a light brown T-shirt, black shorts, and was carrying a black backpack.
This surveillance image shows Albert Waugh on Wellborn Road walking toward S. Stone Mountain Lithonia Road around 3:15 p.m. on April 14, 2026. (DeKalb County Police Department)
Police say he has been diagnosed with autism and has extremely limited verbal skills. He may respond to the name "Alex."
He walks with a slight drag on his right foot and may shuffle in place while standing.
He likes to climb to higher elevations, and has been known to climb trees and water towers.
Police say they have been going door-to-door searching for him. Their helicopter and drone units have also been assisting.
What we don't know:
Police have not yet said where Albert may have been heading or if he suffers from any medical conditions that would put him at further risk.
What you can do:
Anyone who sees him should call 911 or the DeKalb County Police Special Victims Unit at 770-724-7710.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the DeKalb County Police Department. This article has been updated with new details provided by the police department.