Police now say they are "concerned for the welfare" of teenager Freya Cook who has been missing from her home since Sunday.

Freya Cook, 14, from Sittingbourne has not been seen since 8.45pm on Sunday night.

Her mother Mel Lee said: "She was last seen wearing a dark blue hooded/belted Puffer-style jacket with fur-trimmed hood, grey Puma jumper, black jeans and black Nike trainers.

"She was carrying a large black leather shopping bag and had her hair up in a high bun."

She added: "I have spent all day contacting her friends via text/social media but no one has seen or heard from her. She has no phone and no money with her."

Freya is 5ft 2in, slim and with long dark blonde hair and hazel eyes. Her mum added: "We just want to know she is safe."

Det Insp Catherine Ruler said last night (Tuesday): "We are concerned for Freya’s welfare and would urge anyone who may have seen her, or knows where she may be, to call us."

Call police on 101 quoting reference 26-0325.

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