Missing and endangered adult with autism, may be on the Suncoast

Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing and endangered Lehigh Acres man.

Brian Tapanes (10/13/2001) is a Hispanic man with brown eyes and brown hair. He is 5’11” and weighs about 145 pounds. In addition, Tapanes has autism.

Tapanes was last seen leaving his residence yesterday on a black cruiser bike. He is wearing a blue Nike shirt and black shorts and has on a silver necklace with a large eagle charm on it.

If you have any information regarding the location of Tapanes, please call the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 239-477-1000.

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