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Missing 13-year-old Dunedin boy found safe and well

December 8, 2017

Matthew Gershom hasn't been seen since 5pm yesterday. (Source: Other)

A 13-year-old boy missing overnight has been found safe and well.

Matthew Gershom was last seen around 5pm yesterday on Wakari Road, Glenleith, prompting a large search operation. 

He has just been found in the Ross Creek area.

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