Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage boy in Sydney's north west.
Yashwandt Madireddy, aged 13, was last seen on Antique Avenue, Woodcroft, about 7.30pm today (Tuesday 23 December 2025).
When he could not be located or contacted, officers attached to Blacktown Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries to locate him.
Police and family hold concerns for Yashwandt's welfare as he is autistic – non verbal.
Yashwandt is described as being of Indian-Sub Continental appearance, about 150cm tall, of thin build, with short black hair.
He was last seen wearing a black shirt, brown shorts, with a green scooter.
Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged to contact Blacktown Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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