OCEAN CITY, N.J. (CBS) – Police in Ocean City are asking for the public’s assistance in finding a missing 16-year-old girl who is autistic.

Police say 16-year-old Natalie Woollerton was reported missing Wednesday.

(Credit: Ocean City PD)

(Credit: Ocean City PD)

After some investigation, officials report that Natalie was last seen driving a blue, four door, 2009 IS 250 Lexus sedan with a temporary New Jersey registration (P101925) Wednesday morning. The car may also have a second New Jersey license plate (SL487K) and damage on the rear from an accident, according to police.

Natalie may be confused if approached by unknown persons or while driving on highways. She does not take medication.

She has been described as a 5-foot-7, white female weighing about 150 lbs. with brown hair and eyes.

Police are asking anyone with information to call 609-399-9111.