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Boston Police Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing 3-Year-Old After Custody Dispute in Roxbury

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Published on May 21, 2024
Boston Police Seek Public's Help to Locate Missing 3-Year-Old After Custody Dispute in RoxburySource: Boston Police Department

The Boston Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public in locating a missing 3-year-old boy, Joshua Jones of Roxbury, who is believed to be with his mother, Shalimar Harris, following a custody dispute. According to the police report, the Department of Children and Families was awarded custody of the child, but his mother has not complied with the order to surrender him.

Joshua and his mother were last seen near 41 Dimock Street on May 15. The boy is described as around 2'6" tall, weighing approximately 50 lbs,, with brown eyes and short black hair. Authorities are urging anyone who might have information about their whereabouts to immediately contact the police.

In response to the situation, Boston Police has circulated a missing person alert asking individuals to either call 911 or reach out directly to B-2 Detectives at 617-343-4275 with any relevant details. 

For those who prefer to remain anonymous while providing assistance, there are options. Tips can be discretely shared through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800 (494)-TIPS or by sending a text message with the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463).