Staffordshire Police have launched an urgent search for 12-year-old Gracie, who has been missing for over 24 hours in Stoke-on-Trent. The young girl disappeared after leaving her home in Blurton at 11.30am on Sunday, 6 April.
Gracie was last seen at approximately 2.20pm on the same day in the Ingestre Square area. She is described as about 5ft tall with shoulder-length mousey brown hair. At the time of her disappearance, she was reportedly wearing black leggings and a leopard-print top.
The community in Blurton, where Gracie is known to spend time with friends, has been actively sharing her description on social media in hopes of locating her. Concerned family members and local residents are appealing for any information that could assist in her safe return.
A Staffordshire Police spokesperson said, “We need your help in finding 12-year-old Gracie, from Stoke-on-Trent. She left her home in Blurton at 11.30am on Sunday, 6 April, and was last seen on Ingestre Square at around 2.20pm that day. Please keep a look out and contact us if you have any information.”
Anyone who spots Gracie or has information about her whereabouts is urged to contact Staffordshire Police immediately by calling 101 and quoting incident number 727 of 6 April.
The disappearance has caused significant concern within the local community. One parent commented on social media, “It’s so concerning when a child goes missing. I hope she’s found safe and well soon.” Police continue to appeal for public vigilance and support as the search intensifies.
Family and friends remain hopeful that Gracie will be found safe and sound.
Originally published by UKNIP.
