Gardaí are appealing for the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Lauren Brennan.

Lauren - also known as Lauren Larrissey or Lauren Larrissey Brennan - was last seen in Avoca, Co Wicklow on May 4th at around 1.00pm.

She is described as being 5' 7'' tall of thin build and with long fair hair.

When last seen she was wearing blue jeans, a pink jacket and a white runners.

Anyone who has seen Lauren or who can assist in locating her is asked to contact Arklow garda station on 0402-263-20, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800-666-111 or any garda station.