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Local Santa Cruz At-Risk Man Still Missing

by Local Resident
The search continues for Erik Lippmann, the local autistic man who went missing from his apartment in the Seabright/Broadway block of Santa Cruz early Wednesday morning. Family and local authorities are asking for volunteers to help continue the search in Santa Cruz and the surrounding areas. Updates and information on volunteering can be found by visiting the facebook group, linked below, or by contacting Raquel Cool at raquelcherylcool [at] gmail.com.
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Today marks the fifth day since Erik's disappearance and search coordinators need volunteers more than ever. Community awareness is going to be our biggest ally in finding Erik so we are asking everyone to please familiarize themselves with Erik's appearance, mannerisms, and habits in order to identify him quickly as he tends to walk at a fast pace. Updates and information on volunteering can be found by visiting the facebook group, linked below, or by contacting Raquel Cool at raquelcherylcool [at] gmail.com. Here is a link to a video with Erik's mother, Alpha, giving more information about Erik and ways to help.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhYvWJtP5jE

Frequently asked questions:

Q: How can I help?
A: Three ways: (1) Join our search team. We assign search areas based on tips & what we know about Erik; volunteers pass out flyers and talk to people about keeping their eyes open for him. Contact Raquel to assist: Email: raquelcherylcool [at] gmail.com Cell phone: 786-877-5937. (2) Join, post, and help promote this facebook page -- the police recommended that we keep this page active so that everyone keeps LOOKING!! (3) Know any local groups, email listings, or media outlets that could get involved? Erik's mother may be available for interviews. Contact Raquel to set this up.

Q: Can I print my own flyer?
A: Yes, please do. Download and print from this link: http://tinyurl.com/24ev5qe

Q: Can you give me information about Erik's appearance and mannerisms that would help me identify him?
A: Erik walks VERY quickly, with a pace just short of a jog. He keeps his eyes focused on the ground and does not make much eye contact. He takes very particular paths and does not like to return using the same path that he used to arrive (dead-ends can make him nervous). He sometimes walks back and forth which may seem like "pacing." He will sometimes sit in a chair and get up immediately. Staff use the prompt "shoulder" (i.e. "Stay by my shoulder, Erik") to get them to stay by his side.

Q: Can Erik talk?
A: Erik is capable of speaking but does not like to, so he must be prompted to "use his words." When he is feeling overstimulated, he will repeat "I don't know" or "I'm fine." He is capable of initiating contact with others, but generally does not.

Q: What other parts of town does he like?
A: Erik likes to visit the game shops and Borders in the Capitola Mall. He likes other stores like Best Buy, Staples, Pizza My Heart, and Bookshop Santa Cruz (Children's Section). Erik also LOVES camping and hiking in Harvey West, DeLaveaga, Oceanside Park, Arana Gulch, Henry Cowell, Sunset Beach, Frederick St Park, and going on walks on the beach (mostly in Santa Cruz).
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