A SCHOOGIRL who vanished on Christmas Eve has been found safe and well.

Sixteen-year-old Cherelle Parker had not been seen since leaving a temporary hostel in Kent.

Police believe she returned to Swindon with an older man in his mid-30s.

She had no money, no accommodation and officers were extremely concerned for her welfare.

Police spokeswoman Alvina Kumar said: "She was seen in Swindon and is now safe."