Sussex Police issue urgent appeal for 17 year-old missing from Hastings

Sussex Police have issued an urgent appeal for a 17 year-old who has gone missing from Hastings.

Ivan, 17, was last seen near Hastings Pier on Tuesday, October 22, according to Sussex Police.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the force said: “Can you help us find Ivan?

"He has been reported missing from Hastings, after last being seen near Hastings Pier at around 1pm this afternoon (22 October).

Ivan, 17, was last seen near Hastings Pier on Tuesday, October 22.placeholder image
Ivan, 17, was last seen near Hastings Pier on Tuesday, October 22.

"Ivan is 17, 6’6” tall with brown shoulder-length hair, a goatee beard and moustache.

"He was wearing brown flares with a black Monster-branded hooded top and a black leather jacket.

"If you can help, please call 999 immediately, quoting serial 499 of 22/10.”

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