Police appeal to locate boy missing from Wagga Wagga

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage boy reported missing from the state’s south.

Kobi Hughes, aged 13, was last seen Wagga Wagga, about 6pm yesterday (Tuesday 19 September 2023).

When he could not be located, officers from the Riverina Police District were notified and commenced inquiries to locate him.

Police and family hold serious concerns for his welfare due to his age.

Kobi is described as Caucasian appearance, 145cm tall, slim build, short brown hair and blue eyes.

He was last seen wearing a red hooded jumper and dark coloured shorts.

He is known to frequent the Wagga Wagga and Gosford areas.

Anyone who sees Kobi or has any information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Wagga Wagga Police Station Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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