FEARS were growing last night for the safety of a teenage girl who ran away after an argument with her parents.

Victoria Stafford, 16, of Lady Bank, Chapel Park, Newcastle, has not been seen since 6pm on Wednesday, when she was involved in a disagreement with her parents in Newcastle city centre.

She is believed to be wearing a white, knee-length coat, a black, sleeveless dress with buttons at the front, black tights and flat, black shoes, as well as matching pink hat, scarf, gloves and handbag.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0191-214 6555.