ESSEX Police are appealing for the public’s help to find two girls missing in Colchester who they believe “are together”.

Lily Hazel and Daisy Thorogood, both 17, are missing in Colchester.

Daisy, left, is 5ft 9ins tall, has black shoulder length hair and is wearing a black coat, blue t-shirt, grey trouser and white trainers.

Lily, right, is 5ft 7ins tall, has red shoulder length hair and is wearing a purple hooded top, grey tracksuit bottoms and black sliders.

Essex Police are concerned for their welfare and are now asking for the public’s help.

If you’ve seen Daisy and Lily or if you know where they are please contact Essex Police immediately on 101.

UPDATE JUNE 6 - A spokesman for Essex Police said: "We're no longer looking for 17-year-olds Lily Hazel and Daisy Thorogood who had been missing from Colchester.

"They have both been located safely.

"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal; your efforts really do make a difference."