A 13-year-old girl who went missing from the Swanscombe area has been found safe and well.
Concerns for the welfare of Paige Ripley grew throughout after she went missing early on Tuesday morning.
Appeals for information of her whereabouts flooded social media.
Kent Police confirmed she has now been located in good health.
Officers gave their thanks to all those who assisted with their enquiries and shared the appeal.
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