A 12-YEAR-OLD girl who police launched a search for has been found safe and well.

Kodie Yates, who has links with St Helens, had last been seen at 10am on Tuesday, February 12 in the Widnes area.

Kodie is white, around 5"2 in height, of a slim build, with her hair commonly worn in a ponytail.

Police have confirmed she has been found safe and well.