A 17-year-old man is on the run after allegedly fleeing the confines of Wagga’s juvenile correctional facility.
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The teen, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is believed to have escaped the facility at about 5.30pm on Tuesday.
Riverina District Police were unable to locate the 17-year-old, despite amping up patrols across the area.
Officers are now seeking public assistance in an attempt to find the young man, but have warned residents to not approach him.
He is described as being of caucasian appearance, thin build and blonde hair.
The 17-year-old is estimated to be between 170cm and 175cm tall, and was last seen wearing a maroon jumper and dark grey tracksuit pants.
Police have reason to believe the alleged escapee may be heading towards the Lake Illawarra area.
Anyone who sees the 17-year-old has been urged to call triple zero and those with information that may assist in locating him are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.