11 August 2020

Calls renewed to find teenager missing since Saturday - FOUND

| Michael Weaver
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Missing teenager Amara Hynes

Have you seen missing teenager Amara Hynes? Photo: Supplied.

UPDATE: Great news Canberra, Amara has been located safe and well.


Police have renewed their calls to find a teenager who was reported missing last Saturday (8 August).

Amara Hynes, 14, has not been seen or heard from since 5:00 pm on Saturday at Jerrabomberra. It is believed she has since travelled into the ACT.

An ACT Policing spokesperson said they would like to reassure Amara that she is not in any trouble.

She is described as being of small build, Caucasian in appearance, approximately 165cm (5’5”) in height with long, dark brown hair and brown eyes.

Amara was wearing a grey hooded jumper, light blue jeans with torn knees and black Nike TN shoes.

Police are seeking to locate Amara as there are concerns for her safety and want the public’s assistance in locating her.

Anyone who may have any information that could assist police is urged to contact ACT Policing Operations on 131 444. Please quote reference number 6593050.

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