A teenage girl disappeared from a countryside village in Devon after she was last spotted entering a vehicle on Halloween.
Authorities are asking for witnesses to come forward as they express growing concern for Rosie, who went missing after getting into a Vauxhall Astra five days ago. The teenager has connections to Taunton and Bridgwater and was last sighted in Holcombe Rogus, a rural Devon village, just before 5 pm. Avon and Somerset Police have launched an urgent search for the schoolgirl, urging anyone with information to reach out.
Described as white, Rosie is approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall with straight brown hair.
Avon and Somerset Police issued a statement urging assistance in locating Rosie, 15, who was last seen entering a blue Vauxhall Astra in Holcombe Rogus around 4:45 pm on Friday, October 31. The police are worried about her well-being and have requested that anyone knowing her whereabouts contact them by dialing 999 and quoting reference 5225308184.
Concerned members of the public have expressed worry for the 15-year-old, whose missing persons appeal is circulating in local Facebook groups. Messages of hope for her safe return are flooding social media platforms.
Holcombe Rogus is recognized for its tranquil rural setting in Devon, boasting a close-knit community. Situated near the Somerset border within the Mid Devon council area, the town is surrounded by parishes like Burlescombe and Hockworthy. The vicinity features farmland, the Grand Western Canal, and the Blackdown Hills.
Located approximately 35 minutes from Taunton and 50 minutes from Bridgewater, Holcombe Rogus is familiar territory for Rosie.
According to a 2001 census, the parish’s population was recorded at 503.