Found Deceased OH - Isaac Schroeder, 5, autistic, Fort Jennings, 27 May 2020

[diggndeeperstill]

IMHO helicopters are a terrible idea for an autistic child.
A lot of autistics have Sensory Processing Disorder which can cause extreme reactions to sensations like bright lights, noises, smells, tastes and textures.
The loud noise of a helicopter may trigger a meltdown or even worse a shutdown. And at the very least could (& would, probably) be quite distressing because I’m sure he’s already terrified. MOO. IMHO. IMHAspieO.
I could go on and on (and on) about autism/ASD but I’ll refrain, for now.
Anyway, I am hoping for a positive outcome, sooner rather than later!!!!

ETA: Here for you Isaac!

love the IMHAspieO! I just heard Chief mention below that he knows his name and speaks his patents name but verbally might be the area of challenge for him. Not abnormal for an Aspie to be only in undies either, as you mentioned sensory issues sometimes co-occur and clothing is irritable to some.

Putnam County officials provide updates on missing 5-year-old Isaac Schroeder.

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I didn’t hear any mention of using dogs?

They did mention the search stopped overnight but they did keep emergency personnel on site.

 

[Blondiexoxo]

Is anyone else noticing an increase in the amount of autistic children going missing lately? I wonder if it connects to the coronavirus pandemic meaning that a lot of parents are home 24/7 with their kids, stuck in the house, no school and for many no work. The stresses of daily life in this situation have had devastating consequences as we’ve seen. It must be super hard to be dealing with an autistic child out of routine and afraid of what’s going on in the world right now. Not saying that is the case here but we saw what could be something along these lines with Alejandro... I don’t know, I’ve just noticed an increase in these young autistic children going missing just lately. Whether they’ve ran away or sadly been harmed, it seems to be an issue relating to the restrictions and drastic changes in daily life.

 

[diggndeeperstill]

I’m curious has anyone seen reported who was home when he went missing? Which parent or caregiver and how many other kids?

 

[AnnaGrace]

How sad. I hope and pray he'll be found soon and that he's safe. How frightening this must be to his parents.

 

[Poedelini]

Oh my this is terrible. Im hoping for a miracle.

 

[cass523]

The still have not found Issac

1:35 pm
"At least 500 volunteers have come out to search for a missing 5-year-old in Putnam County. Police say Isaac Schroeder was last seen in his home just before 3 p.m. Wednesday. "

"Life Flight and a Putnam County Sheriff's Office drone were also used.
The Schroeder's home adjoins the Auglaize River, so much of the search efforts have been centered on the water as well, with searchers concentrating downstream and officers posted at bridges along the river."

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Hundreds show up to search for missing 5-year-old in Fort Jennings

 

[Scrapper18]

IMHO helicopters are a terrible idea for an autistic child.
A lot of autistics have Sensory Processing Disorder which can cause extreme reactions to sensations like bright lights, noises, smells, tastes and textures.
The loud noise of a helicopter may trigger a meltdown or even worse a shutdown. And at the very least could (& would, probably) be quite distressing because I’m sure he’s already terrified. MOO. IMHO. IMHAspieO.
I could go on and on (and on) about autism/ASD but I’ll refrain, for now.
Anyway, I am hoping for a positive outcome, sooner rather than later!!!!

ETA: Here for you Isaac!

I appreciate your insight and you’re completely right on the sensory issues. As the mom of an autistic child, with sensory issues - particularly noise, may I offer a different point of view?

In our autistic child’s case the noise of a helicopter would cause much distress. It would elicit a fight/flight/freeze response. Her response would be to try and get away from it. While distressing for her, it would cause movement and noise from her. This movement and noise might just be what is needed for them to find her.

I would hope rescuers talk to parents and see how the child would typically react in a sensory overload situation. If the distress causes them to freeze or hide, by all means don’t do it. If it causes them to yell/scream and try to run - it may be worth the distress; it might save their life.

JMO

Praying they find this boy soon!

 

[Wild Rose]

A five year old can go very far. Or I am wondering if he is hiding and not responding to his name being called?

 

[cass523]

I’m curious has anyone seen reported who was home when he went missing? Which parent or caregiver and how many other kids?

It has not been said who was in the house. (Adults) I imagine Mom. imo

The article does not say his mother last saw him, but she called 911 within nine minutes of realizing he was not home. (below)

"Isaac Schroeder was last seen in his home just before 3 p.m. Wednesday. According to Putnam County Sheriff Captain Brad Brubaker, Schroeder's mother called 911 at 3:09 p.m. when she realized he was missing."

"Brubaker said the child likely left his home through a garage door."

"There have been no previous reports on Issac leaving his home."

I believe it is a large family.

Just hoping he did not go near the river.

Hundreds show up to search for missing 5-year-old in Fort Jennings

Search for missing 5-year-old with autism focuses on river in Fort Jennings - The Lima News

 

[UnapologeticallyAspie]

I appreciate your insight and you’re completely right on the sensory issues. As the mom of an autistic child, with sensory issues - particularly noise, may I offer a different point of view?

In our autistic child’s case the noise of a helicopter would cause much distress. It would elicit a fight/flight/freeze response. Her response would be to try and get away from it. While distressing for her, it would cause movement and noise from her. This movement and noise might just be what is needed for them to find her.

I would hope rescuers talk to parents and see how the child would typically react in a sensory overload situation. If the distress causes them to freeze or hide, by all means don’t do it. If it causes them to yell/scream and try to run - it may be worth the distress; it might save their life.

JMO

Praying they find this boy soon!

Last night I thought about that too, weighing the possibilities of things like PTSD, pain, etc... of hearing the noise vs CPTSD of the entire event. I do wholeheartedly agree that Isaac needs to be found and logically speaking finding him at all costs sounds like a good idea. But speaking as an autistic myself, I naturally empathize with the possible pain he may feel and trauma he may endure. MOO. IMO. IMHO.
I’m 42 and an unexpected noise would (& does!) illicit a vocal response from me as well. Usually in the form of yelling and/or yelling and bursting into tears depending on the sound and how close I am to it. But I am only one person on the spectrum. And as you already I’m sure, when you’ve met one person on the spectrum, you have only met ONE person on the spectrum.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

 

[swanniee11]

I wonder if he has a special song/tv show that they could play the tunes to over a loudspeaker that may have him come towards it or would that be too much?. IMO.

 

[cass523]

HAPPENING NOW: Putnam County officials provide updates on missing 5-year-old Isaac Schroeder. They say they are looking for more volunteers to help with the search. Those interested should go to Fort Jennings Park.

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[astheworldfallsdown]

Oh no, not another small child vanished. I hope he's found safe and well, very very soon

 

[Wowno17]

Last night I thought about that too, weighing the possibilities of things like PTSD, pain, etc... of hearing the noise vs CPTSD of the entire event. I do wholeheartedly agree that Isaac needs to be found and logically speaking finding him at all costs sounds like a good idea. But speaking as an autistic myself, I naturally empathize with the possible pain he may feel and trauma he may endure. MOO. IMO. IMHO.
I’m 42 and an unexpected noise would (& does!) illicit a vocal response from me as well. Usually in the form of yelling and/or yelling and bursting into tears depending on the sound and how close I am to it. But I am only one person on the spectrum. And as you already I’m sure, when you’ve met one person on the spectrum, you have only met ONE person on the spectrum.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Thank you for sharing your personal insight, it helps up all to understand better.

MOO

 

[cass523]

Very sad news. They found Issac

Breaking news: Putnam County Sheriff Brian Siefker said Isaac Shroeder's body was located around 5:07 p.m., three miles upstream from his house near the Auglaize River

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A community search for a 5-year-old Putnam County boy with autism has come to an end after his body was found Thursday evening.

Putnam County Sheriff Brian Siefker said Isaac Shroeder's body was located around 5:07 p.m., three miles upstream from his house near the Auglaize River.

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office say there was no foul play and he was found wearing the same underwear he was reported missing in.

Authorities believe Isaac wandered into the river.

Body of missing 5-year-old boy with autism found

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[Steelslady]

Very sad news. They found Issac

Breaking news: Putnam County Sheriff Brian Siefker said Isaac Shroeder's body was located around 5:07 p.m., three miles upstream from his house near the Auglaize River

WTOL 11 on Twitter

A community search for a 5-year-old Putnam County boy with autism has come to an end after his body was found Thursday evening.

Putnam County Sheriff Brian Siefker said Isaac Shroeder's body was located around 5:07 p.m., three miles upstream from his house near the Auglaize River.

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office say there was no foul play and he was found wearing the same underwear he was reported missing in.

Authorities believe Isaac wandered into the river.

Body of missing 5-year-old boy with autism found

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How heartbreaking. I have been praying for this little guy to be found safe since last night.

Thoughts and prayers to his family. No parent should go through this, yet this week, we've seen two five year old boys die from drowing- Isaac and Cameron, who was camping with his family.

 

[GuyfromCanada]

So sad....

 

[AnnaGrace]

Oh no! I'm so sorry to see this. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family.

 

[legalmomma]

Just horrible

 

[cass523]

I am deeply saddened by the loss of life of four sweet, innocent children this week.

Condolences to the family and friends of Issac