POLICE in the Scottish Borders are appealing for the help of the public to trace a 45-year-old woman reported missing from Melrose.

Michelle Pettie has been missing from the Eildon Crescent area of the town since Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

She is described as white, around 5ft 3 in height, of slight build with dyed red/auburn hair. Michelle is believed to have been wearing a black jacket and jeans.

Inspector David Robertson of Melrose Police Station said: “We are becoming increasingly concerned for Michelle’s welfare and are asking for the public's assistance to help trace her.

“Her family are extremely worried about her and just want to know that she is safe and well.

“Michelle is known to frequent the Galashiels area and was reported to have been seen there near the shops on Hawthorn Road around 9am on Friday, 9 September.

“If you think you may have seen Michelle or have any information as to her where abouts, please get in touch as soon as possible.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police via 101 quoting incident number 1749 of 5 September, 2022.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be passed on anonymously.