Boy, nine, who vanished wearing Arsenal shirt 'located safely', police say

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Police have detailed what the youngster was wearing
Police have detailed what the youngster was wearing

A SCHOOLBOY who vanished wearing an Arsenal shirt has been "located safely," police say.

The nine-year-old was reported missing from a Welsh village on Sunday evening and police pleaded with the public to help find him.

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Police have found a young boy who went missing in Wales. Stock picCredit: Alamy

The youngster was said to be wearing a black coat, a red Arsenal shirt, grey joggers and black Adidas trainers with white stripes when he disappeared.

He was last seen in Waunarlwydd, Swansea.

South Wales Police said the nine-year-old was reported missing around 6pm.

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The force later said the boy had been found.

A spokesman said: "We're pleased to update you that the nine-year-old boy reported missing from Waunarlwydd, Swansea, earlier this evening, has been located safely.

"Thank you for your support, including your shares of our appeals, which really do make a difference."

Jane Matthews

Arsenal, Wales, Swansea, Police, missing person, Crime

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