Police Scotland

Police in Edinburgh are appealing for information to help trace a woman reported missing from her home in the Northfield area of the city.

Michelle Downie was last seen in the Drylaw area of Edinburgh around 2am on Sunday 18th May.

However, the 42-year-old has not been seen or heard from since and concern is now growing for her welfare.

Anyone who can assist police with their enquiries is asked to come forward.

She is described as white, 5ft 4ins tall, thin build with curly brown hair.

She was last seen wearing a brown hooded coat and black jeans.

Inspector Johnny Elliott said: “There is concern for Michelle as she has not been seen since the early hours of Sunday morning.

“Anyone with information that can help us in finding her is asked to contact police immediately.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101.

John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.