Police search for boy missing at Staffordshire lake

Authorities in Staffordshire are conducting a search for a young boy who went missing at a local lake.

The boy, identified as 10-year-old James Smith, was last seen playing near the water’s edge with his friends on Saturday afternoon. His friends reported that he suddenly disappeared and have been unable to locate him since.

Search and rescue teams, as well as local police, have been combing the area for any signs of James. The search efforts have been hampered by poor weather conditions, but authorities remain hopeful that they will find him safe and sound.

Anyone with information on James’ whereabouts is urged to contact the local authorities immediately.