A member of the public saw him wandering aimlessly around a park in Hougang Street 61 at about 5.50am.

The boy was not carrying any identification and was able only to tell police officers that his name was Elton and that he was 14 years old.

He could not provide details of where he lived or his full particulars.

Police described him as being Chinese, about 1.5m tall, slim-built and with black, longish hair.

He was wearing a grey T-shirt printed with the words 'Mobility Conference', light blue shorts and green slippers.

He is now in the care of police until his relatives can be found.

Anyone with information on the boy's identity or his next of kin can call the police on 1800-255-0000.