The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has confirmed that 12-year-old Javonte Hayes has been safely located. Earlier, police had been searching for the missing child, who was last seen at his home in the southeastern part of Colorado Springs.
According to authorities, Javonte was last seen at approximately 6 p.m. on Sunday evening on Morley Drive, located near the intersections of South Academy Boulevard and Astrozon Boulevard. Police had launched an urgent search effort to locate the boy, as he had not been in contact with family members for several hours.
Law enforcement had issued an alert to the community, asking for any information that could help locate the missing child. Residents of the area were advised to remain vigilant and report any sightings of Javonte to the authorities. The police investigation focused on the immediate neighborhood and surrounding areas in an effort to find him quickly and ensure his safety.
Fortunately, just after an intense search, authorities confirmed that Javonte was located and is safe. The police did not immediately release further details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance or how he was found. However, the safe return of the child marked a positive outcome to what had been a concerning situation for his family and the community.
The CSPD has thanked the public for their assistance during the search and reminded citizens to remain alert in future cases of missing persons. No additional information has been made available regarding the child’s whereabouts during the search, but the department reassured the community that the situation had been resolved safely.
