LINCOLN, Neb. -- The Lincoln Police Department announced Saturday evening they found Joshua Beltz who was reported missing earlier in the day. 

LPD reported around 7:20 p.m. that Beltz had been found and returned to safely back to his family.

Authorities in Lincoln were searching for a missing nine-year-old autistic child.

According to Lincoln Police, Joshua Beltz has been missing from his home in the area of N. 1st and Belmont since approximately 2:30 p.m.

Those close to Beltz say that he tends to hid in the immediate area of his home when he runs away and tends to not respond to his name when called.

His parents believe that he put on a black or navy blue t-shirt, gym shorts and black sneakers before leaving the home through a window.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lincoln Police.