Updated at 9:25 PM CST: Authorities tell us Ryle Smith has been found safe.
Posted at 8:45 PM CST: Authorities are asking for help in the search for a missing six year old.
Redings Mill Fire Chief Andy Nimmo says Ryle Smith was seen this evening at 4:45 p.m. near Bison Road and Holly Road, as well as Gum Road west of Highway 43.
Smith was last seen wearing a blue coat, blue jeans and a white shirt that says "Big Man on the Field".
Chief Nimmo says foul play is not suspected and they do not believe he has been kidnapped, but they are actively searching for the boy.
If you have any information please contact the Newton County Sheriff's Office: (417) 623-2282.