Police are appealing for anyone who sees a woman from Christchurch to contact them.

Officers are searching for missing Linda Hayes, 71, after a report raising concern for her around 10.36pm on Tuesday.

UPDATE: Missing woman from Christchurch found

She was not at an address in the Christchurch as expected.

She was last seen in Barrack Road at around 7pm on Monday March 28.

Linda is described as white, five feet five inches tall and of medium build with straight grey hair and a scar on the top of her lip.

Chief Inspector Jamie Clark, of Dorset Police, said: “We are concerned for Linda’s welfare as we understand she has been upset recently and we are keen to find her as soon as possible to make sure that she is OK.

“I would urge anyone with information as to her whereabouts, or who has seen a woman matching the description given, to please contact us immediately.

“I would also like to make a direct plea to Linda if you see this appeal – please make contact with us as we just want to make sure you are safe and well.”