The Singapore Police Force is appealing to members of the public for information regarding the whereabouts of a missing 14-year-old boy, Quintus Lim Zhi Jun.
According to the police, the teenager was last seen in the vicinity of Block 299B Tampines Street 22 on May 5 at around 9.40pm. The appeal was released on May 8 as efforts continue to trace his location.
Authorities said Quintus was last seen wearing a black T-shirt and black shorts, while carrying a black bag at the time of his disappearance.
The case has since attracted attention online, with many Singaporeans sharing the police appeal across social media platforms in hopes of helping to locate the teenager safely.
Police Urge Public To Come Forward With Information
The Singapore Police Force has urged anyone with relevant information to contact the authorities immediately.
Members of the public who may have seen the boy or have details regarding his whereabouts can call the police hotline at 1800-255-0000. Information may also be submitted online through the official police i-Witness portal.
Police stated that all information provided will be kept strictly confidential.
Missing person appeals involving minors often generate strong public concern in Singapore, particularly when the individual has not been seen for several days. Social media users have since reposted the advisory widely across Facebook, Telegram and WhatsApp community groups.
Growing Public Concern Over Missing Person Cases
Cases involving missing teenagers frequently draw attention due to concerns surrounding personal safety, mental well-being and online influences. In recent years, Singapore authorities have continued encouraging the public to report sightings quickly to improve the chances of locating missing individuals safely.
Tampines, one of Singapore’s largest residential estates, is generally regarded as a busy and well-connected neighbourhood with extensive surveillance coverage and public transport links. Despite this, police investigations into missing persons can still rely heavily on public cooperation and eyewitness reports.
As investigations continue, members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and avoid spreading unverified rumours online. Anyone who spots the missing teenager is advised to contact the police directly rather than approaching him personally.
The Singapore Police Force has not released additional details surrounding the circumstances of the disappearance at the time of writing.