A nationwide manhunt is underway after a 12-year-old boy failed to appear in court over allegations that he stole a BMW and dangerously towed a caravan 40 miles along a motorway in North Yorkshire.
The incident also adds to the growing number of cases involving juvenile offenders engaging in high-risk crimes, prompting renewed debate about youth crime prevention and rehabilitation measures.
Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with information on the boy’s whereabouts to come forward immediately. Tips can be reported anonymously via Crimestoppers or by calling 101.