Police search for Rikhaia Rikiti

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing teen Rikhaia Rikiti, Victoria Police say.

The 16-year-old was last seen at her Hoppers Crossing home in the early hours of 15 July.

Police hold concerns for her welfare due to the amount of time she has been missing.

Rikhaia is described as about 160cm tall with a medium build, brown eyes, black hair and a tanned complexion.

It is not known what she was last wearing.

Police believe Rikhaia may be in the Dandenong area and have released an image in the hope someone recognises her and can provide information on her whereabouts.

Anyone who sights Rikhaia or has information is urged to contact Wyndham North Police Station on 8734 1100.

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