Durham police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing Whitby boy who was last seen Thursday afternoon.
Police identified the missing youth as Michael, 13. He was last seen at about 2 p.m. on September 17 in the area of McQuay Boulevard and Rossland Road West in Whitby.
Description released by police
Michael is described as five feet tall with a slim build and dark, curly hair. He was reportedly wearing all-black clothing when he was last seen.
Durham Regional Police published the appeal through its official social channels on Thursday evening. Missing People Canada independently reproduced the same details later that night.
No circumstances explaining the disappearance were included in the public appeal. Police did not indicate that foul play was suspected. Residents should rely on confirmed police information and avoid circulating speculation.
How to provide information
Anyone who has seen Michael or has information that could help investigators is asked to contact Durham Regional Police at 905-579-1520, extension 1805. People with immediate information about a child’s safety should call 911.
Missing-person information can change quickly. Readers should check Durham Regional Police’s official channels for a notice that Michael has been located before resharing the appeal or any associated image.
