A teenage girl who had been missing in the York area has been found.

The 14-year-old was last seen in the Foxwood area of the city at about 8.30am today (Sunday, 21 May).

North Yorkshire Police said officers were becoming “very concerned” for her safety and asked anyone who has seen her since this morning, to get in touch.

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But police have issued a fresh statement, which reads: "Earlier today we issued an appeal to find a missing 14-year-old girl from York.

"We're very pleased to report that she has been found safe and well.

"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal or called in with information."