Crime & Safety
Chester County Searches for Missing Vulnerable Adult
Chester, SC – The Chester County Sheriff's Office has launched an active search for 18 year old Alexander Porter, who was reported missing from his residence…
By Nora Whitfield · 2026-09-08T18:51:25.780Z
Chester, SC – The Chester County Sheriff 's Office has launched an active search for 18 year old Alexander Porter, who was reported missing from his residence on Mount Pleasant Church Road on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Porter is described as a vulnerable adult with non verbal autism.
According to the Sheriff's Office, Porter left the residence on foot during the early morning hours and his direction of travel remains unknown. He is described as a white male, 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. At the time he was last seen, he was reportedly wearing only undergarments.
Local law enforcement has deployed a K9 tracking team and a drone unit to scour the surrounding area for the missing teenager. Officials are urging community members to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in his safe return. Anyone with knowledge of Porter's current whereabouts is asked to immediately contact the Chester County Sheriff's Office at 803 385 5433.
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