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Sumter teen found safe in neighboring county, police say

Deputies say Demetrius Castro was found Friday in a neighboring county. He is safe.
Credit: Sumter Police Department

SUMTER, S.C. — A Sumter teen reported missing last week has been found safe, according to the Sumter Police Department.

Police say Demetrius Castro was found Friday in a neighboring county. He is safe.

Police said last week that the 17-year-old has a history of leaving home and typically returns home after a few days. However, he had not been in contact with family since he leaving on August 6. 

Credit: Sumter Police Department

Castro, who has black hair and brown eyes, stands 5-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs around 120 pounds. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a dark colored shirt when he left home.

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