Police in Lincolnshire have issued an urgent public appeal to help trace a woman who vanished just days before Christmas.
Growing Concern for Welfare
Officers from Lincolnshire Police have stated they are "growing increasingly concerned" for the welfare of the missing individual, known as Candice. The 40-year-old was reported missing from the market town of Horncastle.
Last Known Sighting and Description
Candice was last seen on Monday 22 December. She is described as having a slim build, standing approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, and has brown shoulder-length hair.
Police believe she may still be wearing the clothing shown in the photograph they have released to the public. The force has urged anyone who may have seen her or who has knowledge of her whereabouts to come forward immediately.
How to Help the Investigation
The search is being coordinated under the reference incident 191 of 29 December. Members of the public can assist the investigation by:
- Calling the non-emergency number 101.
- Emailing force.control@lincs.police.uk and quoting the incident number in the subject line.
This appeal marks a significant development in the search for Candice, who has now been missing for over a week during the festive period. The police continue to follow all lines of enquiry and are relying on community information to help bring her home safely.
