Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage girl missing from the Tuggerah Lakes area.
Lakiya McKinley, also known as Lakiya McGuinness, aged 14, was last seen on Northumberland Way, Tumbi Umbi, about 3.00pm yesterday (Saturday 11 July 2026).
When she was unable to be located or contacted, officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District were notified and commenced inquiries into her whereabouts.
Lakiya is described as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 140cm tall, of solid build, light brown complexion, with brown hair and brown eyes.
She was last seen wearing a black 'Fila' jumper and white shoes.
Lakiya is known to frequent the Sydney and Central Coast areas and uses public transport.
Anyone who has information into her whereabouts is urged to contact Tuggerah Lakes Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
