Have you seen Philip? Police appeal to find 'vulnerable' Hartlepool teenager

Detectives are urgently trying to trace a Hartlepool teenager.

Officers say Philip Twidale, 16, was last seen in the De Brus area of Hartlepool at 5am this morning, Monday, June 24.

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Philip Twidale

Philip, who is described as ‘vulnerable’, is believed to be wearing a black Nike tracksuit and possibly riding a black pedal bike.

Anyone who may have seen or him or has any information as to his whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 quoting 105717.

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