Police issue amber alert over concerns for baby
POLICE have issued an amber alert as they seek to locate a missing child, last seen on the Gold Coast.
The baby requires medical attention however it has allegedly been removed from the hospital by people whom are known to it.
"At this stage the parents have not committed any criminal offences, this is purely about the welfare and safety of the baby." #AmberAlert pic.twitter.com/l7ncxV1vrf
— 7 News Queensland (@7NewsQueensland) December 23, 2016
The child went missing from the Gold Coast University Hospital an hour and a half ago (around 4.30pm).
It is believed to be in the company of a man, a woman and an 8-year-old girl.
The man (pictured) is described as Caucasian in appearance with a shaved head, beard and was last seen wearing a blue pole shirt and board shorts.
The woman (pictured) is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 170cm tall with brown wavy hair and was last seen wearing a white shirt and black skirt.
The 8-year-old child was last seen wearing a blue jumpsuit.
They were last seen in the vicinity at Crestwood Drive near Watergum Street at Parkwood around 3.30pm, however are could be in Southport area near Short Street.
Anyone who sees any of the people is urged to contact police.
