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Clarenville RCMP searching for 8-year-old reported missing near Random Island

Clarenville RCMP have now closed Random Island to all but local traffic and essential workers as the search continues.

She was last seen wearing a black shirt, purple pants and white shoes

A sign for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
The 8-year-old girl had last been seen running in a wooded area of Random Island around 3:45 p.m. Friday afternoon. (CBC)

Clarenville RCMP are searching for an eight-year-old girl, reported missing Friday evening. 

She was last seen running in a wooded area of Random Island around 3:45 p.m., according to police. 

The RCMP has now closed Random Island to all but local traffic and essential workers. 

They are working with Ground Search and Rescue and ask the public for help in locating the child. Police ask residents to check their properties and vehicles.

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