Debbie Ashby was last seen leaving her family home at Leumeah in Sydney's west on 9 October 1987. Debbie left her home at 1pm and stated that she was going to a friend's house. Debbie didn't take any clothing with her and has not been seen since. She was 16 at the time of her disappearance.

A rebellious teen, she had experienced threats at school and had wanted to move schools before leaving school for good. The last her family heard from her was a phone call a few days after she left home, saying she was all right.

If you have information that may assist police to locate Debbie please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.