SCSO: Teen found safe, returned home

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SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter County deputies say the teen was found and returned home.

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Sumter County deputies are requesting the public’s help finding a teen last seen by his family on Tuesday, said deputies.

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SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Sumter County deputies are requesting the public’s help finding a teen last seen by his family on Tuesday, said deputies.

Jamauri Wells, 15, was last seen by his family on Tuesday, July 23, wearing a black hoodie and black jogger pants with black and white slides.

Deputies said they visited several locations with hopes of finding the 15-year-old but have been unsuccessful in their search to find him.

On Monday, July 29, the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office deputies went to the Point Drive area as they believed the teen was there.

Anyone who sees him or knows where he might be is asked to call 911 or the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office at 803-436-2000.

Also, you can report a tip on his location anonymously for a reward at www.p3tips.com, or download and use the “P3” mobile app.