Search continues for missing Cavan teen

Amanda Lenkauskaite (15) was last seen in the Cootehill area

Gardaí are continuing to search for a young Cavan girl who went missing the day before St Patrick’s Day.

Amanda Lenkauskaite (15) was last seen in the Cootehill area of Cavan at approximately 4:15pm on Tuesday, March 16.

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing her whereabouts.

She has now been missing for almost four days.

Gardaí issued a statement asking for help yesterday (Friday) evening. As of this afternoon (Saturday) there had been no new updates in relation to the missing person case, a spokesperson for the force confirmed.

Described as 5 foot in height, of medium build with long blonde hair, when last seen Amanda was wearing a dark grey coat, a white top, light grey leggings and dark grey Nike runners.

Anyone that can assist Gardaí in locating Amanda is asked to contact Bailieboro Garda station on 042 969 4570, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.