Police urge public help as multiple missing persons cases emerge in Essex, Crawley, Staffordshire, Birmingham

Essex Police are searching for missing 88-year-old Sheila Bateman, last seen in the Chafford Hundred area, and are urging the public to help locate her, expressing concern for her wellbeing. In another case, 13-year-old Kimberley is missing from Crawley, with ties to multiple London boroughs, and Sussex Police have asked anyone who spots her to call 999. Staffordshire Police have issued an appeal for 16-year-old Olivia from Wombourne, who was last seen on February 15, 2025. Additionally, West Midlands Police are looking for two sisters, 15-year-old Kaylee and 17-year-old Sofie, who went missing from Erdington on February 14, and have released descriptions to assist in locating them. All police forces involved have emphasized the importance of community assistance in these urgent searches. Citizens are encouraged to report any sightings of the missing individuals to their local police.