Police have issued a geo-targeted message as they appeal for public assistance to locate a boy missing from Sydney's north-west.
Jacoub Alkermeh, aged 10, was last seen leaving a home in Goddard Crescent, Quakers Hill, about 6pm today (Wednesday 18 January 2023).
When he could not be located, he was reported missing to officers from Riverstone Police Area Command, who have commenced an investigation into his whereabouts.
Family and police hold serious concerns for his welfare due to his age.
Jacoub is described as being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, of thin build, with short black hair and brown eyes.
He is known to frequent the Quakers Hill and Marayong areas.
Anyone who sees Jacoub or has any information regarding his location is urged to contact Riverstone police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
