Police are concerned for the safety of a teenager missing from home in Chelmsford now for more than a week.
Courtney Anderson was last seen at her family home in Norfolk Drive on October 17. She is described as white, around 5ft 2ins tall and has very long brown straight hair.
Inspector Paul Morton, of Chelmsford Police, said: "We are concerned for Coonurtney's safety and her family are worried about her.
"We believe she may be with a boyfriend in the Barking or Forest Gate area.
Anyone who may have seen her or who knows where she is should get in contact with Essex Police on 101.
