Overview

• Police launched an urgent appeal after a four-year-old boy was reported missing in Lowestoft around 9:20 am Tuesday morning.
• The boy, described as having short blonde, curly hair and wearing a black, chequered jumper, was found safe and well in another county by 1:40 pm.
• A 23-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of wasting police time and is being held at Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre for questioning.
• The false report prompted a coordinated search effort, highlighting the swift response protocols for missing children in the UK.
• Authorities have thanked the public and media for their assistance in the operation and confirmed the child’s safety.