News Summary
Community members in Newberry County are relieved as two missing teenagers, Oscar Davis and Josiah Woods, were found safe after an attempted car theft last week. The Newberry County Sheriff’s Office acted quickly to locate the teens when they went missing, and their subsequent discovery during a car theft attempt raised concerns about their reckless behavior. The NCSO classified them as runaways, highlighting the importance of community vigilance and support in guiding young people.
Newberry County Teens Found Safe After Wild Car Theft Attempt
In a wild turn of events, the community of Newberry is breathing a sigh of relief after two teenagers were reported missing and later found safe. Fourteen-year-old Oscar Davis and fifteen-year-old Josiah Brian Woods made headlines when they went missing last Wednesday evening, March 19.
Missing Teens Spark Community Concern
As soon as it was discovered that the boys were missing, the Newberry County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) jumped into action. They took to social media and local channels, spreading the word and asking residents to keep their eyes peeled for the pair. Community members shared their descriptions, as investigators believed the two were together.
The Search Comes to a Sudden Halt
Fast forward to Thursday night, and the story took an unexpected turn. Just when everyone thought they would be lost to the winds of concern, authorities located the teens while they were allegedly trying to make off with a car. It was revealed that their nighttime adventure wasn’t just about running away—it had taken a more mischievous direction.
Runaways Turned Mischief-Makers
Upon their apprehension, the NCSO classified Oscar and Josiah as runaways. It’s been said that the thrill of attempting to steal a car likely wasn’t what their families had in mind when they behaved so unpredictably. Sheriff Lee Foster confirmed that following their arrest, the teenagers were taken to the Department of Juvenile Justice for further action.
Who Are Oscar and Josiah?
Let’s take a closer look at Oscar and Josiah, the boys at the center of this whirlwind situation. Oscar Davis stands approximately 5’11” tall and weighs around 140 pounds. The last sighting of him showed him clad in brown pants and a brown jacket, making him pretty noticeable in the evening light. Meanwhile, his companion, Josiah Woods, is around 5’6″ and also weighs about 140 pounds. He was spotted wearing a gray hoodie and gray sweatpants, giving his own look a cozy vibe.
Community Response and Closing Thoughts
Throughout this entire episode, the citizens of Newberry have shown great concern and vigilance. Community cooperation played a significant role in the rapid response by law enforcement. The NCSO had urged anyone who might have useful information about the boys to reach out—an example of neighbors looking out for one another.
Now, with both Oscar and Josiah located and safe, the focus turns to understanding what led them to this point. It serves as a reminder of the impulses that can drive young people to act recklessly and the importance of friends, family, and community in guiding them through challenging times.
As Newberry residents move forward from this surprising episode, the hope is that both boys find their way back to safer paths ahead, with all the support they might need for what’s next in their lives.
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- WISTV: Missing Newberry County Teens Arrested
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- ABC Columbia: Newberry County Deputies Ask for Community Help
- WISTV: Deputies Search for Missing Teens
- Wikipedia: Newberry County, South Carolina
- Google Search: Newberry County Teens Missing
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