10-year-old child reported missing earlier has been found safe and well

The 10-year-old child that was nearlier reported missing at the Raiwaqa Police Station on Friday night has been found safe and well.

Police say he had followed a classmate to Kinoya, where he had stayed with the family.

They say his family was informed of his whereabouts the next day.

In such situations, Police are urging parents and guardians to reach out to their child's friend's parents or guardians if they come home without any prior arrangements made.

The Force adds when children turn up without any prior planning or arrangements made between parents and guardians, necessary steps should immediately be taken to ensure both parties are aware of what is happening with their children.