1st tests on Illinois boy not enough

CHICAGO -- Initial tests failed to show whether a boy left at a suburban hospital was the same boy who has been missing from his North Carolina home more than two years, the FBI said Wednesday.

Authorities estimated results from DNA testing would take at least another 48 hours. "Everything else came back inconclusive," FBI spokesman Ross Rice said.

Rice also said Ricky Quick, who described himself as the youngster's father, was questioned by agents Tuesday night and had been cooperative. Quick was released after answering the questions.

Authorities are trying to determine if the boy -- who has identified himself as Eli Quick -- is actually Tristen "Buddy" Myers.

Tristen was 4 years old when he vanished from his great aunt's home in North Carolina more than two years ago.

The FBI had been hoping it would not have to wait for the DNA results to determine if the boy is Tristen. They had hoped that quicker tests, such as fingerprints, blood types and dental records, would give them enough information to be certain.

The boy was brought to an Evanston hospital in February by Quick, who said he wanted the youngster evaluated for aggressive behavior. Because of the boy's unkempt appearance, juvenile officials were called.

Authorities said that when Quick sought to leave the hospital, police were called, and they found an outstanding theft warrant for him.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services circulated the youngster's picture to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Eventually it was shown to the Myers family, who thinks he looks like Tristen.

On Wednesday, reporters found Quick at an apartment where neighbors say he has been staying for the past few months. He said he could not comment since the FBI was investigating.

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