A 17-year-old girl from Shalbourne who went missing in Wiltshire for over a week has now been found safe and well.

Sofia Joseph had last been seen on January 17 at her home address in Shalbourne, near Marlborough, before going missing and as the days went on police said they were becoming "increasingly concerned" for her welfare.

On Wednesday, January 24, Wiltshire Police put out an urgent appeal asking for the public's help to find Sofia, who had links to the Reading and Wolverhampton area.

On Thursday morning, eight days after her disappearance, police officers have now confirmed that the teen has been found safe and well.

"We're pleased to confirm that a 17-year-old girl, reported missing from Shalbourne since January 17 has been located safe and well," said a spokesperson for Wiltshire Police.

"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal, it really does make a difference."