THREE BOYS AGED 12 AND 13 MISSING AFTER BEING LAST SEEN AT MANCHESTER TRAM STOP

Riley, Noah and Kian disappeared from view after being spotted at Stretford Metrolink station. Police say they are increasingly concerned for the boys’ welfare and are asking the public to help establish their whereabouts.

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

The boys — Riley, Noah and Kian — were last seen at Stretford Metrolink tram stop at approximately 6:50 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, according to reports published on October 19.

Police said they were growing increasingly concerned about the children’s welfare. At the time of the appeal, officers had not established whether the boys were still together or had gone in different directions.

Who are the missing boys?

Greater Manchester Police appealed for anyone who might have seen the children to come forward.

• Riley, 13: Around 4ft 9in tall, slim, with 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: Last seen wearing a black tracksuit, a black T-shirt and sweatshirt, and a black jacket with Reebok branding on the back.
• Kian, 12: Around 5ft 5in tall, slim, with blonde hair. He was last seen wearing a purple T-shirt, a black tracksuit and black trainers.

 Families wait for answers

When children go missing, every unanswered question can feel overwhelming for the people who love them. As police work to establish the boys’ last known movements, their priority is to locate all three and confirm that they are safe.

There has been no confirmed public explanation for what happened after the last reported sighting. It is important not to speculate about the circumstances or circulate unverified claims.

 How you can help

Anyone who has seen Riley, Noah or Kian, or who has information that could help locate them, is urged to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101, quoting the relevant missing-person appeal.

If you have information suggesting someone is in immediate danger, call 999.

Please share verified police appeals and the boys’ descriptions responsibly. Even a small, accurate detail could help investigators piece together their movements.

The hope is that Riley, Noah and Kian will be found safe and reunited with their families.