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Update: Missing 12-year-old boy in PG found safe

Update: 12:50 p.m.

The missing child reported to Prince George police early today (Friday) has been located and is safe.

According to mounties, a member of the public recognized Tylorus “Ty” Twyman walking by himself near Massey Boulevard this morning at 11:30.

Officers were notified of the sighting and immediately attended the area and found the 12-year-old boy.

“The Prince George RCMP wish to thank the Prince George Search & Rescue Society and the many members of the public for their assistance with locating Ty,” said Cpl. Craig Douglass in a news release.

“Special thanks to the community member that recognized Ty and immediately called police,” added Douglass.

Original story: 9:15 a.m.

Police are requesting the public’s help to locate a missing child.

Just before three o’clock this morning (Friday), police received a report a 12-year-old boy who left his home on Lansdowne Road didn’t return.

Tylorus “Ty” Twyman left the residence on his own accord and has not returned.

Extensive police efforts have been made throughout the night and the Prince George Search & Rescue Society is being called in to assist.

According to PG SAR spokesperson Dave Merritt confirmed to MyPGNow.com, ten of their members are currently assisting police with more expected.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the detachment or call 9-1-1.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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