Missing teenager Alex Batty returns to UK after vanishing while on holiday
dailyrecord.co.ukAlex Batty has returned to the UK six years after disappearing on holiday in Spain with his mother and grandfather, the PA news agency understands.
The 17-year-old, who was aged 11 when he went missing, has returned from France as detectives prepare to hold a press conference at Greater Manchester Police’s headquarters.He was found by chiropody student Fabien Accidini while walking alone near Toulouse in the early hours of Wednesday.
His grandmother and legal guardian Susan Caruana, from Oldham, Greater Manchester, said she "can’t wait" to see him when he returns.She added on Friday: "I cannot begin to express my relief and happiness that Alex has been found safe and well.
I spoke with him last night and it was so good to hear his voice and see his face again. I can’t wait to see him when we’re reunited. "The main thing is that he’s safe, after what would be an overwhelming experience for anyone, not least a child.
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