BY IAN CROUCH
Police are asking for our help to find a teenager who's gone missing from East Maitland.
14-year-old Lilly Nelson was last seen in the area at about 3.00pm on Saturday 16 May 2026 and there are concerns for her welfare due to her age.
Lilly is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 175cm tall with a thin build, short black hair and blue eyes.
She was last seen wearing a black zip up top, black singlet and dark cargo shorts.
Lilly may also be wearing a double lobe piercing in both ears.
She's known to frequent the East Maitland and Hamilton areas.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Maitland Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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| Missing teen Lilly Nelson |
