High-Risk Search Underway for Missing Teens Andreea and Izabela
Police are urgently hunting for two missing girls believed to be in danger. Fifteen-year-old Andreea vanished from her Canterbury, Kent home on Friday, 1 October. Just two days later, her cousin Izabela, 16, disappeared from Harrow, west London.
Cross-Country Links Spark Worry
The investigation has gone high risk, with officers chasing multiple leads across London, Kent, Leicester, and even Dundee. Police Scotland has joined forces with the Met Police to track the girls down.
Man Arrested Over People Trafficking
On Tuesday, 5 October, a 54-year-old man was detained on suspicion of people trafficking. He remains in custody at a north London police station as inquiries continue.
Police Plea: “You Are Not in Trouble”
“We are increasingly concerned for Andreea and Izabela’s safety,” said Detective Chief Inspector Tony Bellis of the North West Public Protection Unit.
“We believe they may have been taken outside London by people who could harm them.
“To Andreea and Izabela — you are not in trouble. People want to help you. Please get in touch with the police or someone you trust when it’s safe.”
“We urge anyone in London, Dundee or elsewhere with information to come forward.”
What You Can Do
- If you see the girls, call 999 immediately.
- For other info, contact police on 101 quoting reference CAD7399/06OCT.
- Alternatively, report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
