Sebastian Rogers: Rescue teams play missing autistic teen's favorite music as search enters third day

HENDERSONVILLE, TENNESSEE: A 15-year-old autistic teen went missing on Sunday near Beech High School in the Stafford Court area of Hendersonville, per CrimeOnline.

Following his disappearance, both an Amber Alert and an Endangered Child Alert were issued for the missing Sebastian Wayne Drake Rogers.

Rescue crews have been playing Rogers' favorite music to soothe and aid in finding him.

Additionally, further details about his physical appearance and the clothing he was last seen wearing were provided when the alerts were issued.

What did Chief Deputy Eric Craddock report during the press conference? 

Authorities are still searching for Rogers, who is missing. They are trying different ways to find the autistic boy. 

The chief deputy of the Sumner County Sheriff's Office said Sebastian likes cats and his favorite song is 'Eye of the Tiger,' as per WSMV.

They played this song to calm him and show they wanted to help him. Many law enforcement agencies from Tennessee and Sumner County are helping in the search. 

They are searching by air, horse, and foot. Over 150 searchers were on the ground on Tuesday. They are being tracked by cell phone towers. 

Ken Weidner, director of the Sumner County Emergency Management Agency, said once they finish searching one area, they are assigned a new one. 

During a press conference on Tuesday, Chief Deputy Eric Craddock expressed, "Sebastian, come out. We’re here to help. We just want to get you home safe." 

Some people have reported seeing Sebastian or his clothing, but none of the leads have been fruitful. The public is encouraged to keep looking and report anything suspicious. 

Residents in Sumner County are asked to check their surveillance videos for any signs of Sebastian. 

The search intensifies each day, especially because Sebastian is off his medicine and the weather might be cold and wet. 

Tools like flashlights and night vision glasses are being used in the ongoing probe.

Sebastian's family is hoping he comes home safely.

Tennessee Bureau of Investigation shares description of missing Sebastian Rogers

The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office states that Rogers might be in the Beech or Shackle Island area close to Long Hollow Pike. 

According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Sebastian is a white male, 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing about 120 pounds.

He has dirty blonde hair and wears dark-framed glasses. He was last seen wearing black sweatpants and a black sweatshirt.

If you have any information about where he is, please contact Sumner County police at 615-451-3838 or call 1-800-TBI-FIND.