POLICE have appealed for help to trace an upset 21-year-old woman who has gone missing in Bournemouth.

Tia Charlton was last seen at an address in Boniface Gardens in Bournemouth at around 1.20pm today.

She was wearing red trainers and a red Puffa-style coat and her hair was tied up.

She is described as five feet seven inches tall and of medium build.

Chief Inspector Steve Yeoman, of Dorset Police, said: “Tia has been very upset recently and we are very concerned for her.

“We are carrying out a number of searches in the area and would urge anyone who has seen Tia, or a woman matching the description given, to get in contact.

“Tia if you see this appeal, please get in touch with your family or us as we all want to ensure you are safe and well.”

Information to Dorst Police on 101, quoting incident number 5:165.