Urgent Search Underway for RJ Jett: 6-Year-Old Boy Missing in Clayton County, Georgia

The community of Riverdale, Georgia, is currently rallying together in a race against time to find Ramon Jett, affectionately known as RJ, a vulnerable 6-year-old boy who vanished from an apartment complex on Webb Road.

Search and rescue operations are in full swing, with the Clayton County Police Department deploying specialized dive teams to search nearby lakes and mobilizing officers to scour the surrounding wooded areas. Every minute is critical in ensuring RJ’s safe return.

Who is RJ Jett?

RJ is not just any missing child; he is particularly vulnerable due to his health conditions. According to his family, RJ is autistic, has ADHD, and is nonverbal. These factors make it significantly more difficult for him to seek help or communicate his needs to strangers, increasing the urgency of the search.

How the Disappearance Happened

The incident occurred around 11 a.m. while RJ was staying at his sister’s apartment. His mother, Ashleigh Harris, shared the heartbreaking detail that the family had just woken up from a nap around 1 p.m. only to discover that RJ was gone.

Major Frank Thomas of the Clayton County PD noted a crucial detail: while the family usually utilizes high-security locks at their primary residence to keep RJ safe, the temporary apartment had safety door handles that the child was able to manipulate and open on his own.

Physical Description: What to Look For

Authorities are asking the public to be vigilant. If you see a child matching this description, please act immediately:

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• Clothing: Last seen wearing a green shirt and camouflage shorts.
• Height: 3 feet, 5 inches tall.
• Weight: Approximately 40 pounds.
• Distinguishing Feature: Nonverbal; may appear confused or unable to respond to questions.

How You Can Help Bring RJ Home

The Clayton County Police Department is urging all residents—especially those near the 8000 block of Webb Road—to conduct thorough searches of their properties. Please check the following areas:

• Backyards and porches
• Outbuildings and sheds
• Wooded areas and dense brush
• Any place a child might seek shelter or hide

If you have seen RJ Jett or have any information regarding his whereabouts, please call 911 immediately. Your single phone call could be the key to bringing this little boy back to his family.

For more information on how to help missing children or to report a missing person, visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC).