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A social media scam post claiming a 3-year-old boy went missing in Butte has been circulating online.
The post claims the young boy's mother was involved in a car accident and the child was left alone in the area of California Street and Harrison Avenue.
The post also asks for help finding the boy and provides a phone number for tips.
However, authorities in Butte County say the post is a scam and there is no missing 3-year-old boy.
The Butte County Sheriff's Office and other local agencies have been working to debunk the post and remind the public to be cautious of scams on social media.
They encourage people to verify information before sharing it online and to report any suspicious posts to the platform or authorities.
It's important to remember that lost children are typically reported to local law enforcement or other authorities, and not spread through social media posts.
If you have any information or concerns about a missing child, contact the Butte County Sheriff's Office at (530) 538-7570.