Missing Durban boy (10) found safe
The boy went missing earlier today in the Musgrave area.
TEN-YEAR-OLD Thapelo Motaung, who reported missing earlier on Monday, was found in Durban.
Thapelo’s father, who shares the same name as his son, confirmed the news.
“Thapelo has thankfully been found safe and sound. Someone spotted him in Russel Street and he is now back with his family,” said Motaung
The boy went missing on Monday morning in the Musgrave area.
“My son, who is in grade four, was waiting outside for his lift to school in Young’s Avenue, just off Botanic Gardens Road, in Musgrave, when he went missing,” said Motaung.
“Thank you so much to all who invested their time, energy and prayers into helping to find him today,” added Motaung.
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A missing persons case had been opened at Berea Police station.
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