Artist creates up-to-date model of Madeleine McCann 18 years after she disappeared

An artist has created what she believes is the most accurate model of Madeleine McCann as she would look now at 21. Simone Malik, 43, spent four weeks sculpting the 3D model using her skills as a 'super recogniser' to analyse Madeleine's features and those of her family. The clay sculpture, depicting Madeleine with makeup and a modern dress, aims to help raise awareness and potentially aid in solving her disappearance. Malik hopes her work will prompt new leads in the case, stating, "If it can trigger someone out there and lead to something, I would be extremely proud."

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