A MISSING schoolgirl believed to be in Poole has been found safe and well. 

Jessica Macleod, who is 12, and from Churchdown in Gloucestershire, was reported missing on Monday.

Dorset Police issued an appeal for Jessica's whereabouts last night as she was believed she had travelled to Poole.

In an update this morning, police said Jessica had been found safe and well in Dorset.

A spokesperson said: "Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal and those involved in locating Jessica."