Audio Released From The Day Missing Gastonia Boy Disappeared

This morning, the 9-1-1 audio was released in the Maddox Ritch case.

As you know, the six-year-old autistic child seemingly vanished while visiting Rankin Lake Park on Saturday.

During the call, an employee of the park tells the dispatcher he was assisting in a search for a missing boy.

At that time, the boy had been missing for about an hour.

The employee also said he and the boys family had looked everywhere.

To date, nearly 150 tips have poured in regarding the child -- Who remains missing.

Search groups continued their efforts overnight inside the park -- Desperately looking for any sign of Maddox.

Officials are pleading with the public to continue to phone in any tips that might lead to finding the child. The tip line number is: 704-869-1075.

Additionally, a $10,000 reward is being offered in the case.

The 9-1-1 call was shared on WBTV's website (click here to listen.)

A public vigil will be held this evening for anyone who would like to attend.

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