Police in the Illawarra region have launched a public appeal for help to find a teenage girl who has been missing for several days.
Concerns Grow for Missing Teen
Thirteen-year-old Rubie Hayton was last seen on Tucker Avenue in Corrimal on Monday, January 12, 2026. Her last known contact was a phone conversation at 1pm on Tuesday, January 13. She has not been seen or heard from since that time, prompting her family and authorities to report her disappearance.
Officers from the Wollongong Police District were notified and have begun urgent inquiries into her whereabouts. Authorities have expressed significant concern for Rubie's welfare due to her young age.
Description and Known Haunts
Rubie is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 165cm tall with a thin build. She has dyed brown hair and a nose piercing.
Police say the teenager is known to frequent the Wollongong and greater Illawarra region, making the local community's assistance vital in the search efforts.
How the Public Can Help
Anyone with information regarding Rubie Hayton's location or movements is urged to contact Crime Stoppers immediately on 1800 333 000.
Authorities have specifically reminded the public not to report information via NSW Police social media pages. All tips and sightings should be directed to the dedicated Crime Stoppers hotline to ensure a swift and coordinated police response.
The disappearance highlights the ongoing issue of missing persons in the region, following recent local reports that have drawn attention to the faces and stories behind Illawarra's missing people.
