Police searching for missing boy, situation described as critical

The Atlanta Police Department is urgently searching for a 12-year-old boy last seen Monday morning.

According to the police bulletin issued by APD, Matthew Lauhune was last seen at about 7:15 a.m. leaving his home on Mayson Turner Road.

He was seen wearing a light-blue shirt, a navy blue hoodie, grey sweatpants and black shoes.

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He is described as 5′ tall and weighing 70 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

At this time, Matthew’s missing persons alert is considered critical.

Anyone with information about Matthew’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Atlanta Special Victims Unit at 404-546-4260.

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