Gardaí are seeking the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Courtney Twomey.

She is is missing from Kells in Co Kilkenny.

Courtney was last seen at approximately 9.45pm on Tuesday night.

She is described as being 5' 1" in height, brown eyes and long brown hair.

When last seen she was wearing navy leggings, a navy puffa jacket with a fur collar, white runners and carrying a backpack.

Anyone who has seen Courtney, or who can assist in locating her, is asked to contact Thomastown garda station on 056-775-4150, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800-666-111 or any garda station.