NSW: Missing nine-year-old sparks concern for safety

AAP General News (Australia)
08-06-2009
NSW: Missing nine-year-old sparks concern for safety

SYDNEY, Aug 6 AAP - A nine-year-old schoolgirl has gone missing from her NSW Central
Coast home leaving authorities with concerns for her welfare.

Shelley Webb was last seen by her brother leaving a property in Mahogany Crescent at
Gateshead, about 6.15pm (AEST) on Wednesday.

"When Shelley was last seen she was wearing her school uniform which consists of a
blue checks with a royal blue jumper and red tie," police said in a statement.

"She is of average height for a nine-year-old with brown, shoulder length hair, blue
eyes and fair skin.

"Shelley's mother searched the local area for a number of hours before reporting her
missing to police about 9.30pm."

Investigating officers have spoken with Shelley's friends.

"Along with Shelley's family, police hold concerns for the nine-year-old's welfare
due to her light clothing and overnight cold temperatures," police said.

Anyone with information about Shelley's whereabouts or who have seen a girl fitting
her description should contact police.

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