Greater Manchester Police Intensify Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Lillia Valutyte in Bolton

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have launched an intensified search operation for 13-year-old Lillia Valutyte, who has been missing from Bolton since Friday. Lillia was last observed boarding a bus on Saturday, leading authorities to issue a public appeal for assistance.

Detective Superintendent Natalee Chan of GMP stated during a recent press conference that police are "increasingly concerned" for Lillia's welfare. Authorities believe she may have travelled to Blackpool. The force has deployed significant resources, including specialist search teams and intelligence units, to locate her. Extensive CCTV analysis is also underway across potential routes and locations.

Lillia is described as approximately 5ft 5in tall, with long, dark hair. When she was last seen, she was wearing a black top, black trousers, and black trainers. Members of the public are urged to contact GMP immediately if they have any information regarding her whereabouts, quoting log number 2548 of 21 June 2024.