Gardaí have issued an appeal to the public for help amid rising concern for a young woman who has not been seen since Friday evening.
An alert was issued this evening as officers work to trace a 17-year-old girl missing from County Cavan.
According to a spokesperson, Gabrielle Patterson was last seen on Main Street, Kingscourt, County Cavan, at around 7:00 pm on Friday, October 21, 2022.
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She is described as being approximately 5 foot 4 inches in height with a slim build, long brown hair and blue eyes.
When last seen, Gabrielle was wearing a pink jacket, black leggings, black runners and white socks.
Anyone with information on Gabrielle's whereabouts are asked to contact Bailieboro Garda Station on 042 9694570, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
A statement from An Garda Siochana confirmed: “Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 17 year old Gabrielle Patterson who was last seen on Main Street, Kingscourt, County Cavan, at approximately 7pm on Friday, 21st October, 2022.
“Gabrielle is described as being approximately 5 foot 4 inches in height with a slim build, long brown hair and blue eyes.
“When last seen, Gabrielle was wearing a pink jacket, black leggings, black runners and white socks.
“Gardaí and Gabrielle's family are concerned for her welfare.”
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