Tyler Tinsley, who was last seen Thursday night, was located safe this morning, Bartow police said.

  • Tyler Tinsley located and is safe, Bartow police announced Friday
  • Tyler Tinsley had been last seen Thursday just after 8:40 p.m

Tinsley had last been seen Thursday just after 8:40 p.m. in the area of Mann Road and Lila Street in Bartow. 

Bartow police said Friday morning Tinsley had been located and was safe.

The police were notified when Tinsley failed to return home from Bartow Middle School. Officers began to search for the boy but had no results. 

Police said one person reported seeing Tinsley walking alone in the area of Mann Road and Lila Street. Officials said the witness said the boy did not appear to be in any distress.