UPDATE: The missing 8-year-old boy has been found and is safe, according to Aurora police.
AURORA, Colo. — The Aurora Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 8-year-old boy.
The boy left his home near Kenton Street and 6th Avenue just after 5 p.m. Tuesday and has not returned home.
The 8-year-old was last seen wearing a red shirt with short gray sleeves.
Aurora PD said numerous officers are in the area searching for him. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911.
Coloradans making a difference | Denver7 featured videos
Denver Tool Library builds community through shared resources and skills
Colorado lawmakers weighing future of state’s free school meals program amid budget shortfall
Denver Public Schools says software used to monitor students' online activity is working
DPS students with disabilities learn life skills while helping district tackle laptop repairs
Denver business owners, city leaders excited about plans to revamp downtown
Denver7 is committed to making a difference in our community by standing up for what's right, listening, lending a helping hand and following through on promises. See that work in action, in the videos above.