Concern is growing over the disappearance of two teenage girls from Oldham who were last seen five days ago.

Michelle, aged 16, and Edwina, aged 15, were last seen in Oldham in the afternoon on Sunday, October 8.

Police say the girls are believed to be together in Manchester city centre.

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Michelle is described as a black female, 5ft5in tall with a medium build, with short black hair and possibly wearing a red wig. It is not known what clothing she was wearing.

Edwina is described as a black female, 4ft5in tall, with black afro-style hair and possibly wearing glasses. It is unknown what she was last seen wearing.

Greater Manchester Police said: “Officers are becoming increasingly concerned about Michelle and Edwina and want to make sure they are safe and well.

“Anyone with information about Michelle or Edwina’s whereabouts should contact police on 101.”