Update from 11pm: According to Newton police, the teen has been located safely.
Original article: Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing minor who was last seen Tuesday evening.
According to police, 17-year-old Kolongi Cobbs, who has special needs, left Newton North High School at 6:05 p.m. and has not been heard from since. He is described as a 5-foot-10, 110-pound teen wearing black sweatpants, a coral zipper and a multicolored backpack.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact police at 617-796-2123.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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