OTTAWA – Ottawa Police are seeking the public’s help in finding a 14 year old girl.

Melissa Brunning of Ottawa has not been in contact with her family since she left her family home abruptly Wednesday evening. Her parents tell police that this is out of character for the young girl.

Brunning is described as a white female, 5’4, 115 lbs, with a thin build. She has blue eyes and peirced ears.

When she was last seen she had her long blonde hair pulled back and was wearing a bright pink hooded sweatshirt with Jersey Shore written on the front, and black jean shorts. She was also not wearing shoes at the time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service at 613-236-1222, ext. 7500 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477 (TIPS) or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.