Lexington Police search for missing 11-year-old boy ends; boy found safe

UPDATE: According to police, Jacob Troxell has been found and is safe.

ORIGINAL STORY:

LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – The Lexington Police Department is asking for the public’s help as officers search for a missing 11-year-old boy.

According to police, Jacob Troxell was last seen Tuesday afternoon around 5 p.m. walking in the 500 block of Breckenridge Street. Investigators say they are working to locate him and ensure his safe return.

Police describe Troxell as having hazel eyes and brown hair. He is about five feet tall and weighs around 80 pounds.

Officers say he was last seen wearing an orange jacket, black or khaki pants, and gray Nike tennis shoes.

Anyone with information about Troxell’s current whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately.

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