Gwent Police have issued an urgent public appeal for information regarding the whereabouts of two elderly women who are missing from their home in Newport, South Wales.
Margaret and Elsie, aged 70 and 80 respectively, were last seen at their residence on Saturday evening, sparking significant concern for their welfare.
Officers are growing increasingly worried due to the vulnerable ages of the two women and the length of time they have been missing. A dedicated search operation is now underway, with police scouring local areas and following up on potential leads.
Appeal for Public Assistance
Authorities are urging anyone with information, no matter how small it may seem, to come forward immediately. Detectives are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the pair or has knowledge of their movements since Saturday.
A spokesperson for Gwent Police stated: "We are becoming increasingly concerned for Margaret and Elsie’s welfare and would urge anyone with any information on their whereabouts to contact us as a matter of urgency."
How You Can Help
The public can assist the investigation by:
- Contacting Gwent Police immediately by calling 999 and quoting the reference provided.
- Sharing the official appeal on social media to widen the reach.
- Remaining vigilant in the local Newport area and reporting any potential sightings.
This developing story is being treated with the highest priority as the community and police work together to locate Margaret and Elsie safely.
