What is the name of the missing boy?

The missing boy's name is Muhammad Sakho.

When was Muhammad Sakho found?

Muhammad Sakho was found on Wednesday, January 21.

Where was Muhammad Sakho found?

Muhammad Sakho was found safe in Upper Chichester.

Was Muhammad Sakho harmed?

No, Muhammad Sakho was found unharmed.

January 22, 2026

Missing 10-Year-Old Boy Found Safe in Upper Chichester

Philadelphia, January 22, 2026

Muhammad Sakho, a 10-year-old boy who went missing from Penrose Elementary School in Southwest Philadelphia, was located unharmed in Upper Chichester. After being reported missing shortly after 8 a.m. on January 20, a thorough search was initiated. Local police found him safe on January 21, though questions remain about how he traveled the distance from school to Upper Chichester.

Philadelphia

A 10-year-old boy who went missing from a Southwest Philadelphia school on Tuesday, January 20, was located safe in Upper Chichester on Wednesday, January 21. Muhammad Sakho had been reported missing after being dropped off at Penrose Elementary School.

Search and Recovery

Muhammad Sakho was last seen shortly after 8 a.m. on January 20, in the cafeteria of Penrose Elementary School, located at 2515 S. 78th Street in Southwest Philadelphia. Philadelphia police had reported him missing, and a search ensued. Upper Chichester police subsequently located Sakho on Wednesday. He was found unharmed.

Unanswered Questions

While the immediate concern for Muhammad’s safety has been resolved, questions remain regarding how he traveled from Penrose Elementary School in Philadelphia to Upper Chichester, given the distance between the two locations. No details about the circumstances of his journey or how he was found have been publicly released.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the name of the missing boy?: The missing boy’s name is Muhammad Sakho.
When was Muhammad Sakho last seen?: Muhammad Sakho was last seen shortly after 8 a.m. on January 20.
Where was Muhammad Sakho last seen?: Muhammad Sakho was last seen in the cafeteria of Penrose Elementary School, located at 2515 S. 78th Street in Southwest Philadelphia.
When was Muhammad Sakho found?: Muhammad Sakho was found on Wednesday, January 21.
Where was Muhammad Sakho found?: Muhammad Sakho was found safe in Upper Chichester.
Was Muhammad Sakho harmed?: No, Muhammad Sakho was found unharmed.

Key Incident Details

Detail	Description
Name of Missing Child	Muhammad Sakho
Age	10 years old
Date Last Seen	Tuesday, January 20
Location Last Seen	Penrose Elementary School, Southwest Philadelphia
Time Last Seen	Shortly after 8 a.m.
Date Found	Wednesday, January 21
Location Found	Upper Chichester
Condition Upon Finding	Unharmed

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