Police Recover Items Near River in Search for Missing Birmingham City Fan, 18

Police recover items near river as part of ongoing inquiries into the disappearance of 18-year-old Paul Pike. He has not been seen since Saturday, March 21, after attending the Derby County v Birmingham City match at Pride Park.

Last known movements

Witnesses reported seeing Paul outside Pride Park Stadium at about 12:43pm. He was later observed walking along the riverside path near Millennium Way.

Club records indicate he entered the ground. He left the stadium roughly 13 minutes after kick-off.

Search efforts and discoveries

Officers say items believed to belong to Paul were recovered near the river following almost a week of searching. Investigators are treating the material as part of the missing-person inquiry.

Derbyshire police have urged cyclists who were on the cycle path around 12:45pm to check dash or helmet camera footage. Anyone with relevant images or video is asked to contact police promptly.

Community response

Supporters and local residents gathered outside Pride Park on Thursday, March 26. The meeting followed social media appeals to assist with searches and share information.

Family members have issued heartfelt pleas for Paul’s return. His brother, Andrew Fuller, described him as his closest companion and urged anyone with information to come forward.

Description and appeal for information

Paul is white, about 6ft 1in tall and slim. He has short dark brown hair and a beard.

At the time he was last seen, he wore a grey-and-black Sergio Tacchini tracksuit top, a Burberry-patterned baseball cap, a navy polo shirt and jeans. Paul is autistic and has ADHD.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference 1095 of 24 March. Filmogaz.com will provide further updates as the inquiry continues.