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*** Devon was located this evening just moments ago. He is safe back home and uninjured. Thank you for the public assistance. ***
Devon Whiteshell, age 14 walked away from his care home near Ward Dr NE / Lancaster Dr NE in Salem around 5:40 p.m. this evening.
Devon is 5’02” tall, skinny build. He was last seen wearing a gray zip-up jacket, dark blue/black jeans, and carrying a small book.
If you locate him, please keep him in your sight and call 911.