Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 10-year-old girl who went missing from her home in Kallangur this evening.

She was last seen by a family member at an address on Octavius Drive around 5pm.

Police and family hold concerns for her welfare as it is out of character for her to leave home without contacting family or friends.

She is described as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander in appearance, approximately 150cm tall with a slim build, brown eyes and black hair.

She was wearing pink shorts and a white singlet.

Anyone who may have seen the girl or has information regarding her current whereabouts is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

UPDATE – the girl has been located safe and well.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.