31 January 2025

FOUND: Have you seen Ryan? Missing 14-year-old last seen in Gowrie

| Claire Sams
Two side-by-side photos of a teenager

A police spokesperson says Ryan, 14, was last seen on Wednesday afternoon (29 January). Photos: ACT Policing.

UPDATE 30 January, 2:30 pm: An ACT Policing spokesperson said Ryan had been found safe and well and thanked the community for its assistance.

30 January, 11:48 am: Police are calling for the public’s help to find a missing teenager.

An ACT Policing spokesperson said 14-year-old Ryan Jackson has not seen or heard from since 3 pm yesterday (29 January).

He was last seen in Gowrie, near the Gowrie district playing fields.

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“Police and Ryan’s family hold concerns for his welfare and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate him,” the spokesperson said.

Ryan is described as Caucasian in appearance, about 186cm (6’1”) tall, with a slim build, fair complexion and short brown hair.

He was last seen wearing a green hoodie, beige t-shirt, black pants and black shoes.

Anyone who has seen Ryan or who may have any information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call ACT Policing on 131 444. Please quote reference number 7965073.

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