Teenage girl missing in Bristol

16th February 2012, 17:22

The public are being asked for their help to find a teenager who has been missing in Bristol since January 25. It is believed that 15 year old Charmaine Butler is still in the city and may be with a number of individuals who are shielding her.

Police have carried out numerous enquiries to date that have failed to locate her.

Detective Inspector Gary Stephens said:

"We are extremely concerned about Charmaine and the people she may be associating with or in the company of. I would appeal directly to her and ask her to call and let us know she is safe and well or to visit her nearest police station. Anyone else who has seen her or who may know where she is, is also asked to come forward, any information which will be treated in the strictest confidence ."

Charmaine [pictured] is described as white, around 5ft 5inches tall with long blonde/brown hair. She is of a medium build, often wears silver bracelet with charms. She was last seen wearing a school uniform which consisted of a white blouse, navy blue blazer with crest and black trousers.

Anyone with knowledge of Charmaine's whereabouts are urged to call the police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .