A search is underway in the Michoud neighborhood of New Orleans for 12-year-old Bryan Vasquez, who has gone missing.

 A 12-year-old nonverbal youngster named Bryan Vasquez has vanished from the Michoud district of New Orleans, and authorities are launching a thorough search for him.

Ring doorbell footage from Bryan's home shows that he was last seen Thursday morning. Bryan needs daily medication for seizures. Although he is only seen wearing an adult diaper in the video, authorities are now concerned that he might not be wearing any clothes.

Teams of searchers have been visiting door-to-door in the neighborhood and looking at drains, streams, and other places where Bryan might be. Emergency personnel and police have underlined how urgent the situation is, pointing out that the child's health state makes his safety an increasingly pressing concern.

According to a New Orleans Police Department official, "We are treating this as a high-priority issue." "Every hour matters, and we are making every effort to find Bryan as soon as possible."

Bryan's family and neighborhood volunteers are unwavering in their optimism in the face of the catastrophic situation. Bryan's mother, Christie Vasquez, talked openly about the uncertainty, expressing both hope and dread. "Hopefully, Bryan will be found safely. Until the very last minute and beyond, we will never lose hope," she declared.

"We will still be thankful that we were able to locate Bryan even if his body is recovered and he is no longer with us." Her remarks demonstrate the family's resolve to remain optimistic despite the passage of time and the lack of fresh leads.

Alongside law police, volunteers have joined the hunt, distributing fliers with Bryan's description, establishing human chains, and inspecting nearby parks, abandoned buildings, and waterways.

Campaigns on social media have raised awareness and urged locals to share any sightings or pertinent information. Authorities have emphasized that anyone with knowledge on Bryan's whereabouts or who thinks they may have seen him should contact 911 right away.

Experts point out that as they may be more susceptible to environmental dangers or confusion, missing children with neurological or medical disorders need very quick reactions.

According to a child safety professional, "children who are nonverbal and have medical requirements, like Bryan, face heightened hazards when they are gone." "In order to increase the likelihood of a safe recovery, prompt intervention, community support, and coordination with local authorities are essential."

Authorities and volunteers are still looking for Bryan, and the search is ongoing around the clock. The Michoud neighborhood's residents are urged to be on the lookout and report any strange activities.

To broaden the search beyond the surrounding neighborhood, police are working with neighboring organizations, such as the Coast Guard and local fire departments, to include waterways.

Despite being in a heartbreaking situation, the family is nevertheless thankful for the community's overwhelming support. Christie Vasquez stated, "We are grateful to everyone who is supporting us and praying for Bryan." "It gives us the strength to continue."

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Bryan Vasquez is asked to call 911 right away. Every tip, no matter how tiny, could be crucial in getting Bryan back with his family, according to authorities.