NORTH ROYALTON, Ohio — Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 17-year-old who left home Thursday evening with a firearm and ammunition.

The North Royalton Police Department said Connor Piepsny was last seen around 6:40 p.m. Aug. 13, leaving his home with a suitcase, a .22 Ruger pistol and a box of ammunition. His brother told police he had last spoken with him about an hour earlier and that Piepsny “seemed off.”

Police said this behavior is "completely out of character" for Piepsny. He is an Advanced Placement and honors student, attends the gym regularly and has no history of suicidal or homicidal ideation, according to the department.

Friends and coaches said they were unaware of any relationship troubles or indications he intended to meet anyone.

Piepsny’s vehicle, a

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