Search Continues For Missing Howell Teen

The search continues for a Howell teenager who ran away from home last week and has not been heard from since.

The Facebook group Our Howell NJ shared a new set of photos released by the mother of Kimberly Pedre. Pedre, 16, left her home near the Taunton School last Wednesday and has not been seen or heard from since, according to the posts on the Our Howell NJ page. She

Howell Township police have confirmed they are investigating but said they could not discuss the case further.

Pedre is 4-foot-11 and approximately 80 pounds with brown hair. She did leave a note behind, according to the Our Howell NJ posts.

“As of this point she has not been seen or reached out to anyone,” the post notes. “Police were notified. If anyone sees or hears from her please contact Howell Police Department!! There is family, friends, and now a whole community waiting for a happy ending. Below is the latest update from her mom.

“Hi this is Kim’s mom again. Unfortunately there has been no news or any leads on her where abouts. We are so grateful for your support in getting her face out there & your prayers. Here is another set of pictures. Thank you & God Bless.”

Anyone with information on Pedre’s whereabouts should contact Howell police at (732) 938-4575.