CONCERNS are growing for a 26-year-old woman who has gone missing from Melrose.

Leonora Harper-Gow was last seen in the town at 8pm on Saturday, June 16.

There have been no sightings of Leonora since that time and concern is growing for her welfare.

She is described as white, 26-years-old, 5ft 8 inches tall, of large build with red shoulder length hair.

She was last seen wearing black jeans, a white top, blue converse type trainers and was carrying a zip bag.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are keen to establish Leonora’s whereabouts as soon as possible and anyone who believes they have seen her since Saturday is asked to come forward.

"In addition, we would ask Leonora to get in touch with friends, family or police and let us know you are safe and well.

"Any information to assist this inquiry would be greatly appreciated and should be reported to Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1240 of Sunday, June 17."