The Pine-Richland community is rallying in support as authorities search for 13-year-old Antonio Aiello, an 8th grader at Pine-Richland Middle School, who went missing last night around 9:30 PM. Antonio was last seen leaving his home in the Pinecrest neighborhood following an argument with his parents over disciplinary measures that resulted in them taking away his phone.
According to family members, Antonio had been upset after the disagreement. After showering, he decided to leave the house on his scooter, prompting concern from his parents when he did not return. Local law enforcement has been alerted and is currently conducting searches in the surrounding areas, particularly near the Pine-Richland middle school and high school complex, where Antonio is a student.
Officers are canvassing the neighborhood and asking residents to keep an eye out for the young teenager. As the search intensifies, community members have begun to organize volunteer efforts, sharing flyers and posting updates on social media to spread the word about Antonio’s disappearance. Parents and students alike have expressed their worry, highlighting the importance of looking out for one another in these troubling times.
In an appeal to the public, Antonio’s family has asked anyone who may have seen him or who has any information about his whereabouts to contact the Pine-Richland Police Department. They emphasize that their primary concern is Antonio’s safety and well-being.