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Teenage girl missing from new home in Kaitaia

August 7, 2022
Amelia.

Amelia. (Source: Supplied)

A teenage girl is missing from her home in the Far North.

Police say Amelia, who also has family in Ashburton, has disappeared from her new home in Kaitaia.

The 14-year-old was last seen wearing a black top, black shorts and red shoes.

"Police and her family are concerned for her wellbeing and would like to see her return home," police said in a statement.

If you have information about Amelia’s whereabouts call police on 111.

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