Search on for 12-year-old Berwick boy missing more than a week

Chase Buckner (Courtesy photo)

BERWICK, Maine - A 12-year-old Berwick boy has been missing for 10 days, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

The center is seeking the public's assistance in finding Chase Buckner of Berwick after he went missing on June 10, the center said in a news release.

Buckner is described as 5-foot-7 and 118 pounds with brown eyes and black hair.

It is believed he may be in the Berwick area or in nearby cities in Maine or New Hampshire.

The center said Buckner's mom, Jennie Fall, is very concerned for his safety and hopes the following message reaches her son:

"Chase, if you are scared right now, know that I love you no matter what. Please come home and we will work through anything."

Buckner's missing poster is being featured on the Ring Neighbors app in an effort to locate him through a partnership between the center and Ring.

Those with information regarding Buckner's location are asked to contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST, or 1-800-843-5678. The Berwick Police Department may also be reached at 207-698-1136.