EDEN, N.C. (rbs news now) — The Eden Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 14-year-old girl who was last seen Wednesday in the Henry Street area.

Police said Melanie Lynn Boulding was reported missing on October 1.

She is described as a white female, 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 135 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes and fair skin.

She has a gold hoop nose ring and was last seen carrying a light-colored book bag.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about Boulding’s whereabouts to contact Lt. David Stepps at 336-623-9755 (24 hours) or 336-623-9240 ext. 3255 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Tips may also be shared anonymously through Rockingham County Crime Stoppers at 336-349-9683.

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