Police Sought Identity of Young Boy Found in Southeast
Authorities in Washington are working to reunite a young boy discovered in the 2400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue SE.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Pre-Teens
Metropolitan Police Department officers found a boy, estimated to be between 6 and 8 years old, in Southeast Washington on September 29, 2026. Officials are now seeking public assistance to identify the child and locate his family.
Why it matters
The Metropolitan Police Department is working to ensure the safety of the child and expedite his return to his household. Prompt public cooperation is often the most effective way to help authorities bridge the gap for children who are found alone.
The boy was found in the 2400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue SE wearing a gray hoodie and khaki pants. He stands approximately 4 feet tall and weighs between 40 and 60 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
The players
Metropolitan Police Department
The primary law enforcement agency in Washington responsible for local public safety and child welfare investigations.
The details
Metropolitan Police Department officers encountered the child at approximately 4 p.m. on September 29. The agency has activated its Youth and Family Engagement Division and the Real Time Crime Center to manage the identification process. Residents with information are asked to contact these specific divisions immediately to assist in the reunification effort.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: Police discovered the boy at 4 p.m.
The Home Front
This situation follows standard law enforcement protocols for the swift identification of unaccompanied minors found in public spaces. It serves as a reminder of the established communication channels that authorities rely on to protect children and restore family unity.
If you have any information regarding this boy, contact the Youth and Family Engagement Division at 202-576-6768. Alternatively, you may reach out to the Real Time Crime Center at 202-727-9099 to share what you know.
The takeaway
If you recognize this child from the description of a gray hoodie and khaki pants, please provide details to local authorities immediately. You can reach the Youth and Family Engagement Division at 202-576-6768 to assist in this urgent reunification effort.
Further reading
For more information on supporting family safety and local resources, visit the Pre-Teens section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by DC News Now | Washington, DC.
