Police in Edinburgh are appealing for information to help trace a teenage girl reporter missing from the East of the city.

Sara Anghel, who is originally from Romania, left her home in Walter Scott Avenue at around 4 p.m. on Sunday 30th October and told family she was heading to the Cameron Toll Shopping Centre.

However, the 15-year-old failed to return and has not been seen since this time.

Inquiries have been ongoing to establish her whereabouts and it is believed she may have travelled to the Nottingham area in the company of a male.

Officers are also liaising with port authroities to determine whether Sara and this individual have made efforts to leave the UK.

Anyone who can assist officers with this investigation is asked to come forward.

Sara is described as 5ft 4ins tall with a slim build, blonde shoulder-length hair and a dark complexion. She was waaring a brown leather jacket with a fur collar, a black and white knee-length dress and a pink handbag.

Inspector Bob Innes said: “It is extremely unlike Sara to leave home without telling her loved ones where she is going, and even more out of character for her not to return. We are therefore very eager to trace her quickly and ensure she is safe.

“Anyone who may may be in her company, or who has information as to Sara’s current location then please contact police immediately.

“I would also urge Sara to get in touch with her family, friends or with police to tell us where she is and that she is alright.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.