Amber alert issued for missing teen in New Plymouth

Police are concerned for the wellbeing of a teenager who ran away from home after an argument with her mother.

Taya Briskie, 15, was last seen shortly after midnight on Saturday at the family's home on Hobart Drive, Spotswood, New Plymouth.

She ran into the back bush of Hobart Drive, police said.

"Despite extensive search by police and the family, she has not been located. The person is ill equipped to spend a night outside."

She was wearing light pale blue fleece pyjama pants and a TuPac black shirt. She did not have a jersey or jacket, and was not wearing any shoes. She has long dark brown hair.

Police said anyone with information about her whereabouts should call 111.