Teen missing from South Penrith located safe and well

A teenage girl missing from Sydney's west has been located safe and well.

The 15-year-old girl was last seen when she left her home on Hilliger Road, South Penrith, to walk her dog about 7.30am today (Monday 31 January 2022).

After failing to return home, the girl was reported missing to officers attached to Nepean Police Area Command, who commenced inquiries to locate her.

Following inquiries and a police appeal, the girl attended Parramatta Police Station safe and well about 7pm (Monday 31 January 2022). Her dog was also located safe.

Police would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance.

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