LOCATED Missing boy, Gympie

Update, February 20: A 13-year-old boy reported missing from Gympie on Feburary 18 has today been located safe and well.

Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.

The original media release (below) has been edited to remove identifying features:

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 13-year-old boy reported missing from Southside (Gympie).

The boy was last seen around 1.30pm yesterday, Saturday February 18.

Police hold concerns for the boy’s welfare as he suffers from a medical condition and due to his age.

The boy is described as Caucasian with a slim build, around 160cm tall with brown hair and brown eyes.

He was last seen with a scooter and a backpack.

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.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.