Missing Marlboro Teen Found In Ohio Tuesday

The teenager who left his parents' Marlboro home after a fight a week ago was found in Ohio, ending a weeklong manhunt, authorities said.

Michael Karwan, who has autism, was found safe Tuesday night in Cleveland, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.

No other information about the teen was immediately available.

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A missing Marlboro teen may by headed to upstate New York, according to an NJ.com report.

Michael Karwan, a 19-year-old with autism, was reported missing last Tuesday. Karwan asked for directions to Marlboro at the Port Authority Bus Terminal but may have been directed to Marlborough, N.Y., according to NJ.com.

The Guardian Angels have partnered with Autism Speaks to join in the search for the teen in New York and New Jersey. Anyone wishing to join in the effort can contact Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa at 917-734-6999.

A $25,000 reward has been offered for information leading to Karwan's safe return.

While Karwan is believed to have left Marlboro's jurisdiction, the police department has six detectives and officers and three special police officers assigned to the case, according to a press release issued by the township Tuesday evening.

"The Karwan family has the full support of our police department and the Mayor’s office. I have been receiving frequent updates from Police Chief Hall and will continue to do so until Michael is home with his family," Mayor Jon Hornik said in the release. "A parent's greatest fear is a missing child. All of Marlboro is praying that Michael is home with his family for Thanksgiving."