Police issue new picture of missing Derbyshire teenager as concerns grow for her safety

Ashna Esmail was last seen in the High Peak town of Hadfield at around 6pm on Sunday.

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Police say they are ‘increasingly concerned’ for her safety.

Ashna, who is 5ft 2in tall, is believed to be wearing a distinctive blue and camouflage North Face puffer jacket, black legging and black Nike trainers.

She also has bleached blonde hair which appears almost ginger in colour.

A spokesperson for Derbyshire Constabulary said: “We believe Ashna has links to the Shelton area of Stoke-on-Trent and the Fenham area of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

“She also has links to Manchester.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Derbyshire police using any of the below methods, including reference 746 of February 14.

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre via @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us

Phone – call Derbyshire Constabulary on 101

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