Family and friends of 15-year-old Thomas Kolding from new Jersey, ran away from home 2 weeks ago, sighed with relief: he was found alive and unharmed.
On 30 October, the teenager left home after a «quarrel with his father for» leaving a note asking them not to look for him. Police parents reported that their son took with him his savings — about $1 thousand, leaving the house phone and other electronic devices, so it can’t be tracked.
A surveillance camera recorded Thomas at the train station, Walter Rand in Camden (NJ), November 3, at 14.00, and an hour on the corner of 5th and Race Streets in Philadelphia. There were also unconfirmed reports that he was seen in Ohio.
Authorities Seeking Public Assistance in Locating Missing 15 Year OldThe New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit,…
Posted by New Jersey State Police on Friday, November 2, 2018
On the current whereabouts of Thomas, the Morris County Prosecutor’s office and police mountain Lakes have not yet reported.
On Tuesday, November 13, a few hours before the teen was found, his father posted a video on YouTube appeal to his son:
«We all miss you every day, every second of every day,’ said the man. — I don’t want you to think you are. This is one of my biggest nightmares that you’re on the run… Sorry.»
Friends set up on the website GoFundMe page to help parents to raise funds for the printing of leaflets and travel expenses. As of Tuesday night, more than 17 thousand people donated approximately $20 thousand.
According to the information on the page in Facebook, where parents reported on the progress of searching, Thomas found in Philadelphia. He spent the night in the hospital because of his experiences «over the last 2 weeks».
The news is true: earlier today, Thomas was found in Philadelphia. He will need at least a night in the hospital as he’s…
Posted by Nicolai Kolding on Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Since the fugitive was found, the unused amount collected via GoFundMe, will be transferred to the National search center for missing and exploited children.
