Police appeal to locate teen missing from Guildford

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenager missing from Sydney's West.

Ruiz Bernardo, aged 17, was seen leaving a home on Woodville Road, Guildford, about 9.30pm yesterday (Monday 30 January 2023).

When he could not be located, officers attached to Cumberland Police Area Command were notified and commenced inquiries into his whereabouts.

Family and police hold serious concerns for his welfare.

Ruiz is described as being of South American appearance, about 160cm tall, of slim build, with short black hair, and brown eyes.

He was last seen wearing a black hoodie with long white sleeves, khaki cargo pants and black Adidas shoes.

Anyone knowing of Ruiz's whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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