Police are appealing for information to help locate a 12-year-old girl who has been reported missing from Stroud.

Officers are concerned for the welfare of Freya who was last seen on Brimscombe Hill at around 11.40am this morning (Wednesday 29 May).

Freya is described as being 4ft 11ins in height and has long dark hair which goes down her back.

She is believed to be wearing black shorts and a vest or crop top.

Freya likes to go to Brimscombe Park and for walks along the canal. She goes towards both Chalford and Stroud when walking.

Officers are currently searching for Freya and anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call police on 101 quoting incident 136 of 29 May. Please dial 999 if she is present at the time.

You can also give information through the Missing People charity on 116 000 or you can find out more information through the charity’s website www.missingpeople.org.uk