2 Minneapolis boys, ages 9 and 10, missing after taking SUV, are located days later

The two boys were found separately over the weekend, police said.

December 26, 2023 at 5:30PM

Police said Tuesday that two Minneapolis boys, ages 9 and 10, were located safely over the weekend after being gone for days with an SUV.

The boys were last seen Thursday in the 4400 block of Aldrich Avenue N., a statement from police read.

Police spokesman Aaron Rose said the 9-year-old was found Saturday and the 10-year-old on Sunday.

"They were reported to be found by guardians, and police went to check on them to ensure their safety," Rose said.

Rose did not say what happened to the SUV or explain additional circumstances about the boys being located or how they were able to take possession of the vehicle.

A police report noted that the 10-year-old has a history of running away "and may be involved" with multiple stolen vehicles.

Police records show that their case involving the 9-year-old is closed, but the investigation into the older boy remains active.

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