CONCERN is growing for the welfare of a teenager with Wirral links who was reported missing in the early hours of this morning (Friday, December 1).

Leona Derbyshire was last seen at around 1.30am in the Kensington area of Liverpool.

Merseyside Police say that since the 17-year-old's disappearance, officers have carried out extensive enquiries to find her and are now appealing to anyone who may have seen her to come forward. 

Leona is described as 5' 6" of slim build with long, light brown hair and hazel eyes.

She was last seen wearing Chanel logo pyjamas with a red flower pattern, grey Balenciaga trainers, and black Canada Goose coat.

Leona has links with the city centre, Toxteth, Kirkdale. Wirral and Sefton areas.

If you see Leona, call 999.

You can also pass on sightings of Leona to police via this form or any other information to @MerPolCC or 101.