Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 14-year-old boy reported missing at Southport this evening (September 18).
He was last seen at approximately 7.50pm leaving a park on Kuranga Avenue.
Police and family hold serious concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition and may be disoriented.
A search is underway in the Southport area utilising POLAIR and police on foot.
The boy is described as Caucasian in appearance with a pale complexion, approximately 170cm tall with a solid build and brown hair. He was last seen wearing a grey t-shirt and black shorts.
Police ask residents in the area to check their yards and properties, and urge anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to urgently contact police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.