URGENT SEARCH FOR THREE SCHOOLBOYS AGED 12 AND 13 AFTER THEY DISAPPEAR FROM GREATER MANCHESTER TRAM STOP

Riley, Noah and Kian were last seen near Stretford Metrolink stop on Saturday evening, October 17. Police have appealed for information as concerns grow about the boys’ welfare, and investigators are trying to establish where they went after the last reported sighting.

An urgent search was launched for three schoolboys aged just 12 and 13 after they were reported missing in Greater Manchester, England.

The boys, identified as Riley, Noah and Kian, were reportedly last seen at Stretford Metrolink tram stop at approximately 6:50 p.m. on Saturday, October 17.

Greater Manchester Police expressed growing concern for their welfare and appealed to the public for help locating them. As of reports published on October 19, their whereabouts had not been confirmed publicly, and it was not known whether the three boys had remained together after the last sighting.

WHO ARE THE THREE MISSING BOYS?

Police have circulated descriptions of each child in the hope that members of the public may recognize them or recall seeing them around the time they disappeared.

Riley, 13, is described as approximately 4 feet 9 inches tall, with a slim build, freckles and curly blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a black Adidas tracksuit, a green North Face coat and black Adidas tracksuit bottoms.

Noah, 12, was reportedly wearing a black tracksuit, a black T-shirt and sweatshirt, along with a black jacket featuring a Reebok logo on the back.

Kian, 12, is described as approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, with a slim build and blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a black tracksuit, black trainers and a purple T-shirt.

These details may help anyone who was in the Stretford area that evening identify a possible sighting.

POLICE TRY TO TRACE THEIR LAST KNOWN MOVEMENTS

One of the key questions is what happened after the boys were seen near the tram stop.

Investigators are seeking information that could help establish their movements and determine whether they travelled elsewhere in Greater Manchester.

At the time of the latest reports reviewed, authorities had not publicly confirmed whether the boys were still together. There was also no verified explanation for why they had not been located.

Police appeals in missing-child cases can depend on seemingly small details, including sightings on public transport, observations from local residents and relevant CCTV or doorbell footage.

Anyone who may have seen Riley, Noah or Kian is being urged to share information with Greater Manchester Police.

A COMMUNITY WAITS FOR ANSWERS

When children go missing, uncertainty can be especially distressing for their families and friends. The immediate priority in this case is to establish the boys’ whereabouts and confirm that they are safe.

Members of the public can help by sharing verified police appeals and reporting relevant information directly to the authorities rather than circulating unconfirmed claims online.

If you have information that could help locate Riley, Noah or Kian, contact Greater Manchester Police on 101. If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call 999.

🕊️ The hope is that all three boys will be found safe and reunited with their loved ones.

Reporting note: This article reflects information published through October 19, 2026. Check Greater Manchester Police for the latest status before reposting this as an active missing-person appeal.