Update – search commenced for missing boy, Smithfield – LOCATED

A land search has commenced for a boy reported missing from a Smithfield residence overnight.

The 8-year-old boy was noticed missing around 6pm last night from a residence on Chandos Brace at Smithfield

Police on trail bikes, along with volunteers from the State Emergency Service are searching the surrounding area, including areas of bushland.

The boy is Papua New Guinean, about 150cm tall and of slim build with short, dark brown hair.

At the time he was last seen he was wearing green pyjamas however it is believed he may have taken a change of clothes (no description) and may have since changed.

He may also be carrying a red 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.