The Tappahannock Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a Tappahannock man who left his home earlier this week. William Deangelo Mattocks, age 19, is autistic and also has been diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome and his family believes it is unlike him to leave abruptly. “At this time we don’t believe he was the victim of an abduction. He left a note to his parents saying he was leaving with some new friends and may be headed to California.” said Chief James G. Ashworth, Jr. “But given his medical history the family believes he may have been pressured into leaving. His parents just don’t think he would do something like this." Ashworth added. “What we are asking from the public is that if anyone has talked to William or has seen him to either call us or his family.” “We just want to know he is ok.” said Ashworth.
The police department would like to stress that Mattocks is not wanted by law enforcement. His last known location is unknown. A recent picture of Mattocks is available on the departments Facebook page.
If anyone has seen or spoken to William Mattocks, you are asked to please call the Tappahannock Police Department at 804-443-3347 or contact the Mattocks family directly.
