Teenage girl missing from Lightning Ridge located

A teenage girl reported missing from the state's north has been found.

The 13-year-old was last seen by a family member about 10.30pm yesterday (Thursday 1 July 2021), at her home on Fantasia Street, Lightning Ridge.

Officers attached to Central North Police District were notified about 9.30am today (Friday 2 July 2021) after she failed to return home and commenced an investigation into her whereabouts.

Following inquiries, the girl was found safe and well this afternoon in Queensland.

Police thank the media and public for their assistance.

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