Teen reported missing in Morris found, RCMP say

Manitoba RCMPsay a teen reported missing in Morris has been safely located.

Police issued a release late Sunday nightasking for help from the public in finding him.

The 13-year-old was last seen by a family member Sunday afternoon in the Morris area.

In an email sent shortly before midnight Sunday, an RCMP spokesperson confirmed the teen was found and is safe.

Officers from the Morris detachment, the RCMPsearch and rescue team, several volunteers, the local fire department and the fire commissioner's office were involved in the search.

The town of Morris is located 61 kilometres southeast of Winnipeg.

CBC News has removed the photo and name of the teen to protect his identity because he is a minor.

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