Desperate search for missing schoolgirl, 14, last seen two days ago as anyone who sees her urged to call 999
The police have released a description of the 14-year-old's outfit
COPS have launched an urgent search for a 14-year-old girl.
The police have released a picture of the missing girl, as the search begins.
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Amber was last seen in Hilltop, Hatfield on July 16.
She is believed to have disappeared between 5pm and 6pm.
Hertfordshire Police have confirmed that she was last seen wearing black shorts and a grey and beige top.
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