Officers 'concerned' about missing 12-year-old girl last seen on Friday
An appeal issued by police said "officers are concerned for her welfare". It is believed that Maddy was heading towards Newport. She was last seen wearing a black short-sleeved t-shirt, black lycra shorts and black and white Converse trainers.
Maddy is described as white, with a medium build and about 5'8" tall with shoulder-length brown hair. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here
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She has links to the Ringland, Beechwood Park and Christchurch areas of Newport and to the Maesteg area of Bridgend.
Anyone with who has seen Maddy or has information on her whereabouts is asked to contact Gwent Police quoting log reference 2500253786.
You can contact the force via their website, by calling 101, or sending them a direct message on Facebook or X.
Maddy is also urged to get in touch with Gwent Police.
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