The Huron County OPP updated the public just before 7 am Saturday that they have located the missing 16-year-old Howick teenager.
Police were notified on Friday and found out that the youth has autism and is a member of the Mennonite community.
Missing is Joseph, around 5 feet 9 inches tall, medium build, wearing black pants with suspenders and a long sleeve shirt.
It is believed he is not wearing any footwear.
He was last seen at 5:30 pm on June 23rd and may be lost in a large bush lot in the area of Salem Road.
A photo was not available at this time.
If anyone has any info on the whereabouts of Joseph, they are asked to contact the OPP or call 911.