A teenager who has been missing for three days is now being sought by police.
Argentina Marin, who likes to be known as Monica, was last seen in Clayton-le-Moors on Thursday October 14 at around 5pm.
The 16-year-old is 5ft 7in tall, of slim build with short bobbed black hair.
She was last seen wearing blue jeans, white trainers and a long ankle length khaki green bubble coat with fur collared hood.
Insp Kate Kennedy said: “We are extremely concerned about Argentina who likes to be known as Monica.
"Argentina could be anywhere in the county and we are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare.
"If you have any information about where she may be, or if you think you have seen her, please get in touch with us straight away.
"Please also share this appeal so we can reach as many areas as possible.
"Finally, we would urge Argentina herself, if she sees this appeal, to get in contact with us to let us know she is safe and well."
Please call 101 if you can help quoting log 1296 of October 14.
In an emergency call 999.
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