Missing UK teen Alex Batty returns home after disappearing on holiday in 2017 | Latest updates

A British teenager who had been missing for six years has returned to the United Kingdom after being found in France. Alex Batty disappeared in 2017 during a family trip to Spain and had been living a nomadic lifestyle in Spain, Morocco, and France with his mother and grandfather. The circumstances of his disappearance are still being investigated by the police, and it is unclear whether a criminal investigation will be launched. Since his return, Batty has been placed in the custody of his maternal grandmother, Susan Caruana, who expressed relief and happiness that he has been found safe and well. According to Batty, his family lived in a “spiritual community” where they grew their own food, meditated, and discussed esoteric subjects. The teen appears to be in good health and did not appear to have suffered any abuse during his time away. It is believed that Batty left his family after his mother expressed a desire to move to Finland, where she is likely to be now. The investigation into his disappearance is ongoing, and the police are giving Batty the time and space he needs to speak about his experiences at his own pace. Caruana has requested privacy for the family as they process this news.

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