Police in Cardiff are urgently appealing for information following the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl from the Caerau area. The teenager, identified as Talisha, has been missing since approximately 11am on Monday, 2nd June, prompting concern for her wellbeing among her family, friends, and law enforcement officers.
Talisha was last seen wearing a beige dress, a denim jacket, and cream-coloured shoes decorated with gold buckles. South Wales Police have released her description to the public, emphasising the importance of any potential sightings or details about her current location. The police have encouraged anyone who believes they may have information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward immediately.
In a statement issued late last night, a spokesperson for South Wales Police said: “We remain deeply concerned for Talisha’s welfare. Her whereabouts have been unknown for over a day, and we are eager for any assistance the public can provide with our ongoing search.”
Members of the public are asked to contact South Wales Police if they have seen anyone matching Talisha’s description or if they possess any information that could help locate her. Reports can be made by calling 101, using the police live chat facility, or completing an online contact form. Those providing information are requested to reference the case number 2500174795 to ensure details are linked directly to the ongoing search effort.
South Wales Police respond to over 8,000 missing persons reports each year, reflecting the scale and seriousness with which such cases are treated in the region. The force defines a missing person as anyone whose whereabouts are unknown and whose safety and welfare may be at risk. Until those missing are located and confirmed as safe, police maintain their status as a missing person.
Often, individuals reported missing do not consider themselves lost, but police stress the importance of confirmed welfare checks in closing such cases. In their guidance to the public, South Wales Police have reiterated that the highly-trained search teams follow strategic and intelligence-led processes. “Community support is appreciated,” the police added, “but we ask that members of the public do not conduct independent searches. Coordinated and methodical efforts led by professionals ensure that all available intelligence is maximised and safety risks are minimised.”
The search for missing persons is an emotive issue that often galvanises both local communities and broader regions, as cases like Talisha’s highlight the uncertainty and distress loved ones experience during such times. Police coordination with the public, alongside robust search protocols, is essential in supporting both families and operational teams as they search for those unaccounted for.
As Talisha’s disappearance enters a second day, community members are encouraged not only to be vigilant but to share any details that might help. The experience of the South Wales Police in managing missing person cases underscores the ongoing commitment and resource allocation required to resolve situations like these successfully. The force continues to reassure the public that everything possible is being done to find Talisha and ensure her safety.
As the investigation remains active, police remind residents and anyone with potential information to prioritise official reporting channels. They stress that prompt communication could prove crucial in bringing Talisha home.