Kent Police appeal for information after boy, 13, reported missing in Maidstone

Tommy Skelton was last seen near Hermitage Lane at around 9.45pm on Tuesday 13 October 2026, according to a Kent Police appeal posted on social media.

Kent Police have issued a public appeal for information to help locate Tommy Skelton, 13, who was reported missing from Maidstone. He was last seen in the area of Hermitage Lane at about 9.45pm on Tuesday 13 October 2026.

No clothing description, physical description or possible destination was included in the appeal. Kent Police has noted that missing persons can be reported immediately, with no requirement to wait 24 hours before contacting the force.

The outcome of the appeal had not been confirmed at the time of publication.

Key information

Anyone who has seen Tommy Skelton or has information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Kent Police.
Kent Police can be reached on 999 in an emergency or 101 for non-emergency calls.
Missing persons can be reported without waiting 24 hours, according to Kent Police guidance.

Source: @kent_police

Published: 15 October 2026