12-year-old boy missing after last being seen in Liverpool city centre

Jay Black was last spotted on Church Street on Boxing Day

Author: Olivia DaviesPublished 27th Dec 2025

Police in Liverpool are asking the public for help in finding 12-year-old Jay Black, who has been reported missing from home.

Jay was last seen on Church Street in Liverpool city centre at 3.15pm yesterday (26th December).

He is described as a white male, around 5ft 5in tall, with black curly hair.

When he was last seen, Jay was wearing a beige top, black trousers and black trainers.

Officers said Jay is known to spend time around Liverpool city centre.

Anyone who sees him is urged to call 999 immediately to help ensure Jay's safety.

Sightings or any information can also be reported via Merseyside Police’s online form at Merseyside Police Missing Person Report , their Twitter account @MerPolCC, or by calling 101.

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