UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!The youth has been located safely!
Bridgewater Police Service is in the area of Brookside Cemetery, 106 Victoria Road in Bridgewater attempting to locate an 8 year old male youth who ran off from his guardian during the heavy rain and thunder at approximately 7 PM
Bridgewater Police believe he may have tried to seek shelter from the storm somewhere and are asking all residents in the area to search spots on their properties for the youth. He is described as approximately 4 foot 2, blonde hair with a buzz cut, wearing a green t-shirt with navy shorts and blue sneakers.
Officers are currently working closely with the child’s guardian to locate him and are asking anyone that may see him to contact Bridgewater Police Service immediately 902-543-2464
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