Police continue their urgent search for three-year-old Noah, who was last seen on Tuesday afternoon in Brantham, Suffolk. Authorities have issued a warning that Noah may not respond when his name is called.
The toddler was last spotted at approximately 3pm on Tuesday, September 15, after visiting the playground in Merriam Close. It is believed he ran down an alleyway leading into a newly developed housing estate.
The search operation has mobilised significant resources, including a police helicopter and officers conducting door-to-door enquiries. Over 100 volunteers from the local community have joined the efforts, alongside specialist search teams.
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Noah is described as a white boy with curly ginger hair. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a Bluey t-shirt, shorts, and white trainers. Police have confirmed that Noah is non-verbal, partially deaf, and autistic.
In a late Tuesday update, Suffolk Constabulary expressed heartfelt gratitude towards the public for their overwhelming support. A spokesperson said: “Thank you all for your comments; it is encouraging to see so many offering assistance. We apologise for any delay in responses due to the massive volume of communications and the deployment of resources.”
Superintendent Pete Partridge emphasised the importance of coordinated search efforts. He stated: “We are very anxious about Noah’s welfare and are committed to locating him urgently. We appreciate the vast support from emergency services and community volunteers, including SULSAR. To maximise effectiveness, we request that any public search activities be coordinated with the police.”
HM Coastguard is also supporting the search, deploying a helicopter and rescue teams from Felixstowe and Holbrook. They are working closely with Suffolk Constabulary in the efforts to find Noah.
Anyone who believes they have seen Noah is urged to contact Suffolk Police, referencing incident CAD 203 of 15 September. The force can be reached via their website, by dialing 101, or by using the Live Chat service available on the Suffolk Police homepage.
The search continues as the community and emergency services unite in hopes of bringing Noah back safely.