Concern is growing for an elderly woman from Oldham who is believed to be missing.

Greater Manchester Police has issued an appeal to the public to help find Cynthia after she went missing yesterday (Saturday, May 27).

The 86-year-old was last seen in the Shaw area at around 1.40pm.

Cynthia is described as 5ft 4in tall and has long grey hair.

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She also uses a walking stick to get around.

In a post on social media, the force said officers are "concerned" about the elderly woman and "want to make sure she is safe and well".

It's a possibility she could be in Manchester city centre.

Anyone with information is being encouraged to contact police quoting log 1949-27/05/2023 on 101 or via GMP's LiveChat function.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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