Gardai are asking for help from the public finding a 15-year-old girl from Dublin 8.

Shannon Jackson has been missing from New Street since last Thursday, March 31, 2011.

“Shannon is described as being 5’ 4’’ in height of slim build with brown shoulder length hair. It is believed that she may be wearing a red tracksuit and may frequent the Tallaght, Finglas and north inner city areas of Dublin,” said Sergeant Tony Connaughton.

Anyone who may have seen Shannon or have information that may assist in locating her is asked to contact Kevin Street Garda Station on 01-6669400, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.