Northern Ireland

Police concerned for Derry schoolgirl (13) missing since Thursday

PSNI issue appeal for information on whereabouts of teenager

Zara Sheppard, who has ben reported missing in Derry. PICTURE: PSNI
Zara Sheppard, who has ben reported missing in Derry. PICTURE: PSNI

Police have said they are concerned for the whereabouts of a 13-year-old girl who failed to return to her Derry home after school on Thursday.

Zara Sheppard is described as being approximately 5′2″ in height and of medium build, with long red hair and green eyes.

Police said it is believed she may have changed her clothing from her school uniform to a blue or black sweatshirt and Nike leggings.

Police are concerned for the whereabouts of missing child Zara Sheppard, 13 years old from Derry/Londonderry. Zara did...

Posted by Police Derry City & Strabane on Friday 17 January 2025

A PSNI spokesperson said: “If you have seen or know the whereabouts of Zara could you please make contact with Police on 101 quoting reference 1057 of 16/01/25.”