POLICE are widening their search for a missing teenager.

Jessica Barr was reported missing from the Worksop area at around 5pm on Friday.

It is believed the 15-year-old may have travelled to Lancashire.

Jessica is white, around 5ft 2 in tall with brown shoulder length hair.

Lancashire police are asking for anyone who may have seen her to get in touch with them by calling 101 or by speaking to Nottinghamshire police directly by requesting them on the 101 system.

Nottinghamshire police issued a statement on Saturday saying: "Have you seen 15-year-old Jessica Barr?

"Officers are concerned for her safety after she was reported missing from the Worksop area at around 5pm Friday October 5 2018.

"Jessica is described as white, of slim build and is around 5ft 2in tall.

"She is described as having brown, shoulder length wavy hair and was last seen wearing a blue denim jacket, dark hooded top and black leggings.

"If you have seen Jessica or have any information about her whereabouts, please contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 51 of 2nd October 2018."