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Authorities locate family of child found alone in South Gate street
By Jonathan Lloyd at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
Authorities have found family members of a young child who was walking alone in the street in South Gate.
The child, about 3 to 4 years old with brown curly hair, was found near Mountain View Avenue and Santa Ana Street, police said. The child was described by police as non-verbal.
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Key takeaway The child, about 3 to 4 years old with brown curly hair, was found near Mountain View Avenue and Santa Ana Street, police said.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The discovery of a young child walking alone in a South Gate street raises concerns about the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations in the community. Given the child's non-verbal status and young age, approximately 3 to 4 years old, it is crucial that authorities locate the family members or caregivers responsible for the child's supervision. The fact that the child was found near a major intersection, Mountain View Avenue and Santa Ana Street, highlights the potential risks of injury or harm that the child may have faced. As the police seek information from the public, residents in the area may be able to provide valuable insights or recognize the child from the photo shared on social media. The community's response to this incident will be closely watched, particularly in terms of how effectively local authorities and residents work together to ensure the child's safe reunification with their family.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Authorities have found family members of a young child who was walking alone in the street in South Gate.
The child, about 3 to 4 years old with brown curly hair, was found near Mountain View Avenue and Santa Ana Street, police said. The child was described by police as non-verbal.
Police s...
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