An urgent search has been launched to find a missing teenage boy from Bradley Stoke. Samuel, 16, was last seen at around 12pm yesterday (January 16).
Avon and Somerset Police are now growing increasingly concerned for his welfare. Officers are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to get in touch.
Samuel is described as white, of slim build, around 5ft 11ins tall, with ginger hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing black tracksuit bottoms, a black puffer jacket and a crossbody bag.
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It is added that he often visits Bristol city centre. Police say: "If you know where Samuel is, please call 999 and quote reference 5224012505."
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Picture of Samuel
Samuel is described as white, of slim build, around 5ft 11ins tall, with ginger hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing black tracksuit bottoms, a black puffed jacket and a crossbody bag.
Police appeal
We are appealing for the public's help to find missing 16-year-old Samuel.
— Avon and Somerset Police (@ASPolice) January 16, 2024
He was last seen yesterday (Monday 15 January) in the Bradley Stoke area.
If you see him, or know of his whereabouts, please contact us and quote reference 5224012505. pic.twitter.com/tx7oix3om2