Toronto police say they are searching for a missing 12-year-old child last seen in Scarborough.

Officers say Firaol was last seen on Thursday around 3:20 p.m., in the Pharmacy Avenue and Danforth Avenue area. Police have since set up a command post at a school in the area.

Police describe Firaol as five-feet-two with a thin build, short black hair, and brown eyes. They were last seen wearing a sweater, blue jeans, and a black jacket.

Investigators say they are concerned for their safety.