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Update: Police Make Contact With Parent of Toddler Found Outside by Herself

A parent of the child was located at approximately 5 p.m. Monday. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident is ongoing.Original post:

Springfield Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an unattended female toddler found walking down the street.

An officer was notified of the issue shortly after noon Monday by a citizen in the 700 block of W. Kerr. According to a news release, officers canvassed this area and have been unable to determine where or with whom the child belongs. As of late Monday afternoon, no child has been reported missing.

The child, whose name is unknown, is approximately 2 feet tall, weighs 20 pounds and has light brown curly hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information regarding this child’s parent or guardian is urged to call 911 or the Springfield Police Department at 417-864-1810.