POLICE have renewed an appeal for help and information as concern grows about a missing 16-year-old girl from Thurrock.

Tickayla Wilson from Grays hasn't been seen since 6 August and police say tgey need the public's help to find her. 

She is described as a black girl, around 5ft 1" with brown eyes who often wears glasses.

A statement from Essex Police adds: "We believe she currently has shoulder- length pink hair.

"Tickayla has links to Romford and Southend.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our website reporting services.

"Please quote incident 1430 of 6 August when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible."