Police are speaking out as former Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide star Tylor Chase continues to experience homelessness. "What we're seeing play out with Tylor is, unfortunately, something we see every day, not just in Riverside, but across California," Riverside Police Chief Larry Gonzalez said in a statement to Us Weekly on Wednesday, December 31. "From the videos circulating online, it's clear he is struggling with substance abuse and untreated mental illness. The challenge is that our current mental health system is largely built around personal choice. Even when someone is clearly in crisis, they must voluntarily accept services unless very specific legal thresholds are met." Earlier this month, Chase's living situation went viral after fans shared videos of the former child star experiencing homelessness in Riverside, California. (Los Angeles is more than 55 miles away.) Mighty Ducks actor Shaun Weiss worked with residents to locate Chase, 36, and offer him support at Eleven 11 Recovery. Former Rebellious Child Stars Who Found Their Footing: Lindsay Lohan, More In an Instagram video shared on Monday, December 29, Weiss confirmed that Chase was not in rehab. "Long before the recent public attention, and continuing since then, outreach teams have been in frequent contact with Tylor and have repeatedly offered services," Gonzalez said in his latest statement. "He has come very close to accepting help, but ultimately that final step must be made by the individual, and at this point he has declined those services." The Riverside Police Chief continued, "Without a voluntary commitment or meeting strict legal criteria for involuntary treatment, individuals are released back onto the streets, often without sustained care. It's a frustrating and heartbreaking cycle that highlights the broader gaps in how we, as a society, address mental health, addiction and homelessness." Chase played middle school student Martin Qwerly on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide throughout the Nickelodeon show's three-season run between 2004 and 2007. Former Nickelodeon Stars' Candid Quotes About Working at the Network His other acting credits include an appearance on Everybody Hates Chris and a role in the 2007 indie film Good Time Max with James Franco. Chase's living conditions have grabbed the attention of several former costars, including Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide actor Devon Werkheiser. Although he hasn't seen Chase in nearly 20 years, Werkheiser, 34, said he had nothing but empathy for his former coworker's situation. 2000s Nickelodeon Leading Ladies: Where Are They Now? "Tylor was a sensitive, sweet and kind kid. It is heartbreaking to see him this way," Werkheiser, 34, told TMZ in an interview published on December 22. "Anyone who has dealt with severe addiction and deep mental health issues knows it's an unbelievably challenging situation if they don't want help. It's an everyday uphill battle to course correct. It requires a ton of support and patience and time." As fans continue to offer resources and support to Chase, Riverside Police reiterated that the former child star's experience may be more common than some think. "Tylor's situation is not unique," Gonzales shared. "It reflects what we see every single day among so many individuals experiencing homelessness in our community." If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).