Philadelphia Police Search for Missing 7-Year-Old Franklin Gibson Last Seen Near School

Franklin Gibson, 7, was reported missing on 20 October after fleeing a vehicle near Penny Packer School in Philadelphia. Police are asking the public for help.

Philadelphia Boy, 7, Missing After Running From Vehicle Near Northeast School

The Philadelphia Police Department is asking the public to help locate seven-year-old Franklin Gibson, reported missing on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, according to phillypolice.com. He was last seen at approximately 2:55 p.m. near Penny Packer School, 1858 E. Washington Lane.

Franklin is described as a Black male, 4 feet tall, weighing around 65 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance he was wearing a white shirt, green sweatpants, and black sneakers.

Investigators say Franklin ran away from a vehicle in the vicinity of the school and may not be familiar with the surrounding area, raising concern for his safety.

Anyone with information on Franklin's whereabouts is urged to contact Northeast Detectives at 215-686-3153 or 215-686-3154, or to call 911.

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