Child Who Was Subject of Search in New Bedford Located

The young boy who was the subject of a search in New Bedford has been located and is safe. Media seeking more information should contact the New Bedford Police Department.

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The New Bedford Police and Massachusetts State Police are currently searching for a missing boy in that city. Preliminary reports stated that the boy was dropped off at school this morning, but that school is not in session today. The child was last seen outside the Hathaway Elementary School, located at 265 Court St., New Bedford. A witness reported seeing the child visibly upset at the entrance to the school.

The boy is described as 5 years old, white, wearing a green winter hat, a black jacket, and a neon yellow backpack.

Anyone who thinks they see the child or has information about him should call 911 or the Massachusetts State Police at 508-820-2121 immediately.