POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a 'high risk' missing woman.

Police are searching for Tina Conlin, from Atherton, and say she is at high risk.

Ms Conlin, 55, was last seen this morning on Desmond Street in Atherton.

Ms Conlin is described as a white female of slim build, with dark brown, shoulder length hair. She is believed to be wearing a navy blue coat with a polar bear symbol on one of the arms, blue jeans and white trainers.

GMP Leigh, Atherton and Hindley posted on Facebook: "We are very concerned for the welfare of Tina and would as anyone with information about her location to contact us on 101 or via the Live Chat option on the GMP website."