Police are searching for a three-year-old boy who was last seen with his mother on Monday night in Selly Oak, Birmingham.
Dylan Hayes may have been left in the care of a friend or relative and West Midlands Police are urging anyone who knows of his whereabouts to contact them urgently.
The force said: "Concerns are now growing for his welfare."
Dylan, is two foot tall, slim with blond hair. An appeal has been put out on the force's social media accounts.
It said: "Have you seen three-year-old Dylan Hayes? The toddler was last seen with his mother, Kayley Hayes, last night in Selly Oak, but concerns are now growing for his welfare, after they left their home address in Stocklands Close, Hawksley, Birmingham.
“It is possible that Dylan has been left in the care of a friend or relative and we would urge them to get in touch so we can make sure he is safe and well.
“Anyone who knows their whereabouts should contact us on 999. Please RT.”
