23 Feb 2024

Appeal for sightings of missing teenager

10:10 am on 23 February 2024
Missing teen Cruise

Photo: Supplied / NZ police

Police and whānau are concerned for the wellbeing of 17-year-old Cruise who has connections to Kaitaia.

Cruise was last seen at around 4.30pm on 13 February in Hokowhitu, in Palmerston North.

He is described as 170cm tall and was wearing a fluoro orange and black hoody, which he is wearing in the photo, at the time he went missing.

Police said Cruise's family were worried about him and wanted to see him back home.

They thanked members of the public who have helped with information so far and want to hear from anyone else who might be able to assist.

Information can be provided by calling 105 or going online and using 'Update Report'. The reference file number is: 240214/8576.