Missing Children Found Dead in Oregon, Tulsa

In Oregon, deputies are investigating the death of a 2-year-old who was reported missing and found early, with detectives from the sheriff’s crimes division and MADIU continuing the inquiry. In Tulsa, a seven-year-old autistic and non-verbal boy named Asher Judkins was found dead near a creek after a large-scale, multi-agency search that involved about 150 responders, including police, fire crews, helicopters, drones, and K-9 units. Family members described Asher as energetic and imaginative, and their fears about him wandering away were echoed by authorities who noted that nonverbal children on the spectrum can be drawn to water and hiding places. The search in Tulsa stretched over several hours with relentless efforts from first responders and neighbors, and authorities cautioned the public to stay vigilant while awaiting initial findings from the medical examiner. Investigators in Tulsa emphasized that they pursued every lead and resource, and the medical examiner’s office has taken jurisdiction to determine the cause and circumstances of death. While the Oregon case remains under investigation, the Tulsa case has drawn widespread attention to safety and monitoring for children who may wander, especially those with special needs.