Missing Winnipeg 17-year-old girl found safe, police say

A 17-year-old girl who had been missing for over a week has been found, Winnipeg police say.

The teen had earlier been reported as last seen Feb.9in the Broadway-Assiniboine area. She made contact with people via social media on Feb. 17, according to police.

Around 3:45 p.m. Friday, police issued an update saying the 17-year-old had been safely found.

CBC News has removed the name and photo of the teenager to protect her identity because she isa minor.

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