A YOUNGSTER who found a poignant snap of a soldier and his mother is hoping to reunite it with its owner.

The picture of the soldier and a woman believed to be his mother, was found by five-year-old Brendan Purll in Carlton Avenue, Westcliff.

Mum Debbie who lives in Fairfax Drive, Westcliff, said: “It must be precious to someone. It would be nice if someone claimed it, especially as it is a soldier.

“Brendan spotted it on the ground. He is always looking out for things and he just saw it lying on the ground.”

Anyone who knows who this photograph belongs to should call the Echo on 01702 321159.