UPDATE: ACT Policing reports the 13-year-old they posted about earlier this afternoon has been found safe and well.

ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to locate missing 13-year-old boy Poson Haversekara.  

Poson has not been seen since Monday 22 August and was last seen at his school in Belconnen.  

He is described as being of Sri Lankan appearance, about 160cm (5’3”) tall, with short black hair and of slim build.  

He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black Puma brand pants, Nike runners and carrying a blue backpack.   

Police and Poson’s family hold concerns for his welfare and are requesting the public’s assistance in locating him.  

Anyone who may have any information that could assist police in locating Poson is urged to contact ACT Policing Communications on 131 444. Please quote reference number 7196090. 

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