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A nationwide hunt is under way after a mother and her "seriously ill" seven-year-old son, who is in need of cancer treatment, are thought to have disappeared.

Sally Roberts, also known as Sally Leese, and her son Neon, are thought to have left their home town of Tiverton, Devon, on December 3.

Devon and Cornwall Police launched an urgent appeal after growing concern for the health of the youngster, who has recently undergone surgery for a brain tumour.

Doctors treating him said he is in need of urgent medical attention, a spokesman for the force said. It is believed his mother is opposed to further treatment and has disappeared with him

Their whereabouts is currently unknown, but police are asking any members of the public who may have seen them or know where they are to come forward

Assistant chief constable Chris Boarland said: "Neon is seriously ill and we have huge concern for his welfare. He is currently subject to a Family Court order and I would ask his mother to think about her son's welfare and contact police and medical services as soon as possible.

http://www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk/n...in_tumour_boy/


...I don't understand this...many parents of terminally ill children never give up hope, no matter how hopeless the prognosis.....yet this mother is denying her child the threatment he needs....