Two schoolgirls, 13 and 14, missing after vanishing from leisure centre while wearing school uniform three days ago

AN urgent search has been launched for two schoolgirls who disappeared from a leisure centre in Manchester.

Sofia, 13, and Carla, 14, both wearing their uniforms, were last seen at Abraham Moss library and leisure centre in the Crumpsall area at 4.45pm on Thursday (June 5).

Cops today have issued an appeal for information to help trace the pair.

The girls are known to visit Piccadilly Gardens and The Printworks in the city centre.

Sofia, aged 13, is described as white, slim, with long dark hair, and is possibly wearing glasses.

At the time she went missing, Sofia was thought to be wearing her St Monica’s High school PE polo top, black shorts, and black shoes, according to GMP.

Carla, 14, is black, around 5ft 4in tall, with long hair in braids. She was last seen wearing her St Monica’s School green blazer, black puffer coat and black school shoes.

Greater Manchester Police said: “Sofia and Carla are thought to be together and are known to frequent Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester and around the Printworks area.

“Officers are becoming increasingly concerned about the welfare of Sofia and Carla and want to ensure sure they are safe and well.”