Queensland Police are urgently appealing for public assistance to locate a two-year-old boy who disappeared from his bed overnight in Beaudesert, south of Brisbane.
The missing boy is described as fair-skinned with light hair and dark eyes.
According to the police, an amber alert has been issued for the boy, who is believed to be at “significant risk”.
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He was last seen at a home on Diamantina Circuit but disappeared sometime during the night.
Authorities suspect a 44-year-old man known to the child may have taken him.
The man is described as having tanned skin, a solid build, and short grey hair.
It is unclear whether the man is travelling on foot or in a vehicle.
Police have urged anyone who sees the boy or the man to contact authorities and avoid approaching them.
More to come.
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
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