PHAGWARA: Four minor boys from the same locality have been reported missing, leading the police to register a formal report under section 346IPC and begin search operations. The complaint was recorded at Police Station Phagwara after family members informed authorities that the children had left home and did not return since Saturday Evening.
According to the information provided to the police, two brothers, aged approximately 14 and 12 years, left their house around 6:30 pm without informing their family members. When they did not return home by late evening, relatives began searching nearby areas but were unable to locate them.
During the inquiry, it was also found that two other boys from the same neighborhood, aged about 9 and 12 years, had gone missing around the same time. All four children are believed to have left the area together. Their sudden disappearance has caused concern among residents.
Phagwara SP Madhvi Sharma stated that a missing persons report has been registered and efforts are underway to trace the children. Local teams have been alerted, and nearby areas are being searched. Officers are also speaking with friends, neighbors, and relatives as part of the investigation.
SP has appealed to the public to share any information that may help in locating the boys. The police have assured the families that the matter is being handled with priority and that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safe return of the children.