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Family pleads for public’s help finding missing Plainfield man with autism

Connor Oldfield has been missing since last Saturday afternoon. He was last seen near Watson Avenue in Plainfield.

Matt Trapani

Jan 29, 2026, 6:03 PM

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A Union County father is pleading for the public’s help in finding his missing son.

Connor Oldfield has been missing since last Saturday afternoon. He was last seen near Watson Avenue in Plainfield.

Police say Connor Oldfield is on the autism spectrum.

News 12 spoke with Connor Oldfield’s father about his son’s situation.

"No sleep, zero sleep. If I should fall asleep for a minute, I'm dreaming about him. It's a total nightmare,” says Collin Oldfield. “It's the worst thing I have ever heard of.”

Police are asking residents to check their doorbell or security cameras in case there is any video of Connor Oldfield in the area.

Anyone with any information is urged to call the Plainfield Police Department at 908-356-2969.

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