SHERWOOD Ore. (KPTV) - Sherwood police released video of a rescue that happened about a month ago, showing officers safely bringing a 9-year-old boy down from a rooftop.

Several people called 911 to report a boy was running around on a roof. Some callers mentioned he was on the spectrum.

Police quickly responded and got the boy to sit down as they waited for firefighters to arrive with a ladder. Crews eventually got the 9-year-old safely on the ground.

Police said the boy’s parents gave them permission to release the video as a teachable moment.

Children on the spectrum may be drawn to heights, water, or other potentially dangerous situations out of curiosity, sensory seeking, or lack of awareness, according to police.

Police said approaching someone with autism requires calm commun

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