ROUND ROCK, Texas — (UPDATE: March 31, 2019, 4:00 p.m.)
Round Rock police said about 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Tonia Henderson was located in a parked vehicle while officers were canvassing the area of the 1200 block of Old Settlers Boulevard. She was checked out by EMS and appeared to be in good health.
"Thanks to all Round Rock residents for keeping an eye out, helping to spread the word, praying, and offering to do whatever was needed," Round Rock Police Commander Jim Stuart said. "It was inspiring to see Round Rock and regional law enforcement agencies come together to return Tonio to her family."
Henderson had been missing for more than 48 hours. Search efforts included Texas Search and Rescue helicopters and boats, an Austin Police Department helicopter, a Williamson County Sheriff's Department drone, and the Round Rock, Georgetown and Cedar Park fire departments. Also aiding were multiple K-9 units, including one from the Hutto Police Department.
Original Story:
Round Rock police are searching for a missing woman who has autism.
Twenty-seven-year-old Tonia Henderson was last seen near Old Settlers and Mesa Park around 1 p.m. The Hispanic female is autistic and nonverbal.
Tonia is five feet seven inches tall, weighs approximately 230 pounds with shoulder length dark hair. She was wearing either a dark floral print sweatshirt and sweatpants with boots or a long red dress.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts should call 911.