Search stood down for missing 15-year-old girl last seen in school uniform amid Garda update

The search for a missing 15-year-old girl has been stood down after Gardaí issued an update on Thursday.

Maria Bonilla was reported missing from her home in Kildare town since Tuesday, April 14. She was last seen in Newbridge on the same day.

Maria was described as approximately 5 foot 9 inches in height, of slight build, with dark brown eyes and blue-green eyes.

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When she was last seen, Maria was wearing a red school jumper, a red / grey / black pleated skirt with black socks, black runners and a black jacket.

Maria’s family, in addition to An Garda Síochána, were concerned for her well-being.

Gardaí have now said that Maria has been found safe and well and have thanked the public for their assistance.