Overview
- Melanie Kett was last seen on January 7 on Field Close in Thornaby getting into a taxi believed to be heading to Middlesbrough.
- Police say she has not been seen since that date despite intermittent communication reported between her and relatives.
- Investigators are asking Melanie to get in touch directly so they can verify her welfare.
- Members of the public with information are urged to call 101 and quote reference SE26023259.
- The appeal was issued on February 15 through regional media, and police have not announced any confirmed sightings or new leads.