Editor’s Note: This story has been amended to reflect that the child has been located safe and unharmed.
Tonga Police have confirmed that the missing child who was the subject of an earlier public appeal has been found safe and unharmed.
In an update issued today, Police said the child was located following a thorough search and was found asleep in one of the rooms of the family home.
Police thanked members of the public for their concern, support, and assistance in sharing the missing child notice.
“Tonga Police extend sincere gratitude to members of the public for their concern, support, and for sharing the earlier notice. Your assistance and vigilance are greatly appreciated,” the statement said.
Police also thanked the community for helping to keep Tonga’s communities safe.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Tonga Police as soon as possible.
