Kent Police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a 14-year-old girl reported missing from Gillingham.
Jessica Vidgen was last seen in the Brompton area of Gillingham at approximately 5pm on Friday, January 24, 2025. Her family and officers are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare.
Jessica is described as being around 5ft 8ins tall with long blonde hair. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a blue/grey body suit, a black puffa jacket, black leggings, and carrying a black handbag.
Jessica is known to have links to the Wayfield area in Chatham and Gravesend, and police are urging anyone who may have seen her or has information on her whereabouts to come forward.
A police spokesperson said, “We are concerned for Jessica’s welfare and would ask anyone who has seen her or knows where she might be to contact us immediately.
Anyone with information is urged to call 999, quoting reference 24-0984, or to get in touch with Kent Police. Authorities are asking the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings to help ensure Jessica’s safe return.
The investigation is ongoing, and officers are working to locate Jessica as quickly as possible.
