Riley was last seen four days ago
An urgent search has been launched to find a missing teenager who may have travelled to Wigan. Police are conducting enquiries to locate 16-year-old Riley from Sheffield.
He was last seen at around 2.30pm on Saturday (March 29) and is believed to now be in Wigan. A picture of Riley, whose surname was not disclosed, has been circulated by Greater Manchester Police as part of the public appeal.
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Riley is described as being 5ft 10ins tall, of a slim build and with short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a tracksuit and Nike trainers.
Police said officers are ‘becoming increasingly concerned’ about the 16-year-old and ‘want to make sure he is safe and well’. Any details regarding his whereabouts should be passed on to Greater Manchester Police immediately.
Anyone with any details should contact police on 0161 856 0364 or 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
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