Missing 16-year-old believed to be in Edmonton area

Police in Westlock are looking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Melissa Young.

Young was last seen at her Westlock home last Friday and hasn’t been heard from since. Police are concerned for her wellbeing.

Police believe that Melissa has travelled to the Edmonton area, with police describing her as:

  • Light complexion
  • 5 feet, 9 inches tall
  • 220 pounds
  • Red shoulder length hair
  • Blue eyes
  • Last seen wearing a black toque, black hoodie, grey leggings and running shoes

Anyone with information on Melissa’s whereabouts are being asked to contact Westlock RCMP at 780-349-4492.

Melissa Young, 16.

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