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Adult in custody after juvenile was found wandering alone in Pahrump, Nye County Sheriff's Office says

Unidentified juvenile in Pahrump
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UPDATE: On Saturday afternoon, the Nye County Sheriff's Office confirmed that an adult responsible for the child has been located and placed into custody.

The Nye County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a juvenile found in Pahrump on Saturday.

According to a social media post, the child was found wandering the area of Wilson Road and Leslie Street on their own. Police are also seeking information about the juvenile's parents.

Those with any information on the juvenile or their parents are encouraged to contact the Nye County Sheriff's Office at 775-751-7000.