A body was found in Maple Leaf Avenue, Kingston, this morning.

It is believed to be that of a 5-year-old boy from the community.

The child has been missing since yesterday.

Reports from the Half Way Tree Police are that between 5:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M., he was last seen at home.

He was not dressed at the time he went missing and all efforts to locate him were futile.

The St. Andrew Central Police told IRIE FM News that a body was found  in the area today.

Lawmen say investigations are ongoing and further updates will be provided.