UPDATE
King has been located safely, according to the Santa Monica Police Department. His father, Darius Jackson, is in police custody.
No additional information is available at this time.
Initial Coverage
Officials in California are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 7-year-old boy last seen Tuesday, in Santa Monica.
According to the Santa Monica Police Department, King Darius Lozada was last seen at around 6:50 p.m. May 5, with his father, identified as Darius Clay Jackson, 55.
Police stated that Jackson “may be experiencing a mental health crisis.”
King was last seen in an alley near Arizona Avenue and Berkeley Street, and may be on foot or on a black electric scooter.
He’s described as a Black male who stands 4 feet tall and weighs 85 pounds. He was last seen in light blue sweatpants and a dark blue sweatshirt.
Jackson is described as a Black male who stands 6 feet, 3 inches tall and weighs around 210 pounds. He was last seen in a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and white shoes.
Anyone with information on their whereabouts is urged to contact 911 immediately.
The story is developing. Check back for updates.
[Featured image: King Darius Lozada/Santa Monica Police Department]
