Urgent Hunt for Missing Teens After Trip to The Galleries, Washington
Northumbria Police are desperate to find two teenagers who vanished after visiting The Galleries shopping centre in Washington on Sunday afternoon.
Sixteen-year-old Paige Southern and 13-year-old Tyler Burlinson were last seen on April 20. They haven’t been home since, sparking fears for their safety. Police believe they are together and may be travelling around the Sunderland and Washington areas using public transport.
What They Were Wearing
- Tyler Burlinson: White male, short brown hair. Last seen in black tracksuit bottoms, a blue tracksuit top, and black trainers.
- Paige Southern: White female, about 5ft 5ins tall, long straight brown hair, tongue piercing. Last seen wearing dark leggings, a black padded Canada Goose coat, and black glittery trainers.
Police Plea: Help Find Paige and Tyler
“We know that school and bank holidays can be a particularly busy time for missing persons reports, and we appreciate the public’s support in helping to trace those involved. Each case is treated individually, and we kindly ask the public not to speculate about personal circumstances online.” – Northumbria Police spokesperson
If you’ve seen Paige or Tyler or know where they might be, contact Northumbria Police immediately. You can send a direct message via their social media, use the live chat or report forms on the Northumbria Police website, or call 101. Quote reference number NP-20250420-1060.
