Police are growing increasingly worried for a teenager missing for more than 24 hours.

Lucia Sutrees, 15, went missing from the Burt Avenue area of North Shields, North Tyneside on Monday (August 21) evening.

She was seen on CCTV leaving the St James Park Metro Station in Newcastle City Centre at 6.07pm that night.

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She has not been heard from since, and officers searching for her are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare.

The Northern Echo: Lucia was seen leaving St James Metro Station on CCTV.Lucia was seen leaving St James Metro Station on CCTV. (Image: NORTHUMBRIA POLICE)

Northumbria Police said it has carried out extensive searches to locate her but are now appealing to the public for help.

She described as being white, around 5ft 8in tall, of slim build and with should-length mousey blonde hair.

She is believed to be hearing a baby pink Juicy Couture tracksuit top and bottoms with black Converse-style trainers. Officers understand she is carrying a light-coloured cross-body bag with a black strap and trim.


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Lucia has links to the Newcastle, North Tyneside and Sunderland areas.

The Northern Echo: Lucia Surtees.Lucia Surtees. (Image: NORTHUMBRIA POLICE)

Northumbria Police said in a statement: “Lucia, or anyone who believes they have seen her, is asked to contact Northumbria Police immediately by calling 101 quoting reference number: NP-20230821-1312.

"In an emergency, always dial 999.”