[Updated]

She has been found safe.

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Investigators are seeking the public’s help locating a missing Halifax youth.

Sixteen-year-old Merissa Purdy was last seen on May 20 around 4:36 p.m. in the 2400-block of Robie Street. Merissa was reported missing to police on the evening of May 21.

Merissa is described as an Aboriginal female, 5’3, 176 lbs., with long black hair and hazel eyes. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie and grey pants.

There is no information to suggest that Merissa has met with foul play, however, police are concerned for her well-being. Officers request that Merissa or anyone with information on her whereabouts calls police at 902-490-5020.

Source: Media Release