West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to the public to help locate two missing teenagers from Birmingham. The youngsters were last seen in the city centre, prompting concerns for their welfare.
Details of the Missing Persons
The first missing person is a 15-year-old boy who was last seen on Wednesday, 15 March, in the Birmingham city centre area. He is described as white, of slim build, with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a black hooded top, black trousers, and black trainers.
The second missing person is a 16-year-old girl, also last seen on the same day in the city centre. She is described as white, of medium build, with long blonde hair. She was last seen wearing a white top, blue jeans, and white trainers.
Police Appeal and Public Assistance
Police are urging anyone who has seen the teenagers or has information about their whereabouts to come forward. Detective Inspector Paul Joyce said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of these two young people. We are appealing to anyone who may have seen them or knows where they are to contact us immediately.”
Authorities have been conducting searches and reviewing CCTV footage in the area. The families of the missing teenagers have been informed and are being supported by officers.
How to Help
Anyone with information is asked to contact West Midlands Police via 101 or through the force’s website, quoting log numbers 4523 of 15 March for the boy and 4524 of 15 March for the girl. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The police have not confirmed if the two cases are linked, but they are being treated as separate missing person investigations. The public is reminded not to approach the teenagers but to report any sightings to the police immediately.
