Police in the Borders have issued a statement asking people living in the Glasgow area to help trace the whereabouts of two teenage girls.

Police suspect that the teenage duo, Ellie Gordon, 14, and Jasmine Hamilton, 12, left their homes in Jedburgh, Galashiels last night and may have boarded public transport bound for Glasgow.

They were last seen at 10pm on Friday January 18 in Johnstone town centre.

Following enquiries, police believe that both girls used public transport, destined for the Glasgow area.

Ellie is described as being 5ft4", medium build, green eyes, dirty blonde wavy hair and wearing blue jeans, pink Adidas hoodie and green Superdry jacket.

Jasmine is described as being 5ft6", slim build, long dark hair and wearing a black jacket with furry hood, pink sweatshirt and black or blue jeans carrying a handbag.

Galashiels Police Inspector, Jim Morrison says: "Ellie and Jasmine have been missing overnight and have travelled some distance, this is completely out of character. Family and friends are understandably worried about them."

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts or possible sightings of Ellie and Jasmine are requested to contact 101 quoting incident no. 4616 of the 18th January 2019.