Street closed in Norton after missing autistic 6-year-old found

NORTON, Mass. (WLNE) — The Norton Police Department said it has located a missing 6-year-old autistic child.

The non-verbal child was found in the area of Power Street, which will be closed.

Massachusetts State Police said the child was transported to a local hospital and their condition is unknown.

The department said that K-9 officers were in the area and that the public should avoid it.