Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate a missing 12-year-old boy who was...

Published: 3:53 pm March 12, 2025
Updated: 12:57 pm October 8, 2025
Police Appeal to Find Missing 12-Year-Old Boy Last Seen in Bromley

Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate a missing 12-year-old boy who was last seen in Bromley earlier this week.

The boy, named Joel, was last seen around 5.50pm on Tuesday, 11 March, prompting concerns for his safety and a public appeal from the Metropolitan Police.

Joel is believed to have been wearing a black puffer coat and roller blades at the time of his disappearance. He is also pictured in a black puffer jacket and a Nike cap.

Officers are asking the public to keep an eye out and report any sightings or information that may assist in finding him.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said:

“We are growing increasingly concerned for Joel’s welfare and are appealing for anyone who may have seen him or knows where he might be to come forward.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police by calling 101, quoting reference CAD 7858/11MAR25 or 01/7255623/25.

Police are continuing their enquiries and remain hopeful that Joel will be found safe and well.

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