Police have launched an urgent appeal to help find a missing teenage girl who was last seen nearly two weeks ago in Lewisham.
Santana, aged 14, is from Newham, East London, and was last spotted in the Lewisham area on Tuesday, April 1. Officers from the Metropolitan Police say they are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare.
The appeal was shared on social media by Lewisham MPS, urging members of the public to assist with the ongoing search.
“MISSING | Can you help us find 14-year-old Santana from Newham? She was last seen in #Lewisham on Tuesday, 1 April, and we are concerned for her welfare,” the force wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Police Call for Public Help
At this time, no physical description or image of Santana has been released, and police have not confirmed the circumstances of her disappearance. However, they are asking anyone who may have seen her or who has relevant information to get in touch as soon as possible.
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X, quoting reference 01/7343525/25.
Community Urged to Stay Alert
Disappearance cases involving children and teens are treated with the highest priority by authorities. Residents of Lewisham, Newham, and surrounding areas are urged to remain alert and report any sightings immediately.
If you are concerned about a missing child or young person, you can also contact Missing People on 116 000 – free, confidential, and available 24/7.
