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Published: 1:46 pm July 13, 2025
Updated: 1:46 pm July 13, 2025
Police Appeal to Locate Missing Maidstone Children Nicole Lent and Kristian Skapsts

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Kent Police are urgently appealing for the public’s help to locate two missing children from Maidstone, who were last seen together on Saturday evening (July 12).

Nicole Lent, aged 13, and Kristian Skapsts, aged 12, were last spotted walking down Upper Stone Street towards Maidstone town centre at around 8.30pm.

Descriptions

  • Nicole Lent

    • Age: 13

    • Height: ~4ft 4ins

    • Build: Slim

    • Hair: Long dark hair, usually worn in a plait

    • Clothing: Black and grey Nike jumper, black t-shirt, grey tracksuit bottoms, black trainers

    • Known links to Whitstable, Broadstairs, and London

  • Kristian Skapsts

    • Age: 12

    • Height: ~4ft 2ins

    • Build: Medium

    • Hair: Short blond hair

    • Clothing: Black Nike hooded top with white sides, dark shorts

    • Known links to Cambridge and Bedford

Rail Network Concerns

Both children are familiar with the UK rail network and may have used public transport to travel out of the local area.

Police say they are increasingly concerned for their welfare and are working urgently to trace their movements.

Public Appeal

Anyone who sees Nicole or Kristian, or has critical information regarding their whereabouts, is urged to call 999 immediately, quoting reference 12-1584.

For non-urgent information, contact Kent Police via live chat on their website or dial 101.


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