Missing Girl Alert: 13-Year-Old Lyla-Jane Lake Vanishes in Basingstoke

Disappearance Sparks Urgent Search

Lyla-Jane Lake was last spotted around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, 21 December, in Simmons Walk, Basingstoke. Since then, police have launched multiple searches to find the 13-year-old, who remains missing for three nights.

Olympic Star Pleads for Help

Morgan Lake, Olympic high jumper and cousin of Lyla-Jane, turned to social media to raise the alarm. She urged the public to come forward with any information. “My 13-year-old cousin Lyla-Jane Lake has been missing for three nights now,” Morgan tweeted. “She was last seen in Basingstoke around 9 p.m. on 21 December. The cops are on it, but if anyone has any info please contact me.”

What We Know So Far

  • Lyla-Jane is a mixed-race girl, 5ft 6ins tall, with a medium build.
  • She has long brown hair and brown eyes.
  • Last seen wearing a black puffer jacket, grey jogging bottoms, and carrying a Sports Direct bag.
  • She is believed to still be in the Basingstoke area.

Police Appeal

Officers urge anyone who spots Lyla-Jane to call 999 immediately. Quote case number 44220512908 when reporting. Her family remains extremely worried and is desperate for her safe return.

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