Prince George’s County Police announced Sunday that a child who had been reported missing was located in the Accokeek area of Maryland and returned to the child’s family after the department asked the public for assistance.
The police department issued a request for help from community members early on Sunday, September 13, 2026, and the appeal was made public at 11:45:29 GMT. Officers indicated that the appeal was part of an ongoing effort to locate the missing child and that any information from residents could be crucial to the search.
Responding to the call for help, members of the Accokeek community provided tips and observations that led investigators to the child’s whereabouts. The police department confirmed that the child was found safely and that the information supplied by the public directly contributed to the successful location.
Following the discovery, officers arranged for the child to be reunited with relatives. The reunion took place later that day, and the family was thanked for their cooperation with law‑enforcement officials. Police officials emphasized that the child was returned unharmed and that the family was relieved to have the child back.
The incident underscores the role of community involvement in missing‑person cases within Prince George’s County. While details about the circumstances of the child’s disappearance have not been released, authorities stated that the investigation remains open and that they will continue to assess any further information that may arise. The department reiterated its commitment to working closely with residents to ensure the safety of all children in the area.