In a positive turn of events, Jessica Mattinson, the 13-year-old girl from Gateshead who was reported missing last Friday, has been found safe and well.

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The teenager, who had last been seen on October 4 at approximately 21:15 heading towards the Quayside area of Newcastle city centre, was located earlier today. Authorities confirmed her safe return, bringing relief to the local community.

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