Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing 16-year-old Horsham girl Debbie Jager.

The teenager was last seen in Horsham on Thursday 27 April.

Police have concerns for her welfare due to her age and have issued the above image of Debbie.

She is described as having long brown hair and a medium build.

Police believe that Debbie may be heading to Melbourne.

Anyone with information about Debbie is asked to contact the Horsham Police Station on 5382 9200.