POLICE have issued a fresh appeal for help in finding missing Warrington woman Helen O'Brien.

The 34-year-old was last seen at around 10pm on Wednesday  in Lime Tree Avenue, Stockton Heath.

She has not been seen since and officers from Cheshire Police say they are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare.

READ: Huge police search operation under way to find missing woman

An extensive search got under way close to Cantilever Bridge on Thursday morning and emergency services teams are continuing to search neighbouring areas.

Residents living nearby, especially those in and around Ackers Lane, Ackers Road, Wash Lane and the area around the Cantilever Bridge are being asked to check any sheds or outbuildings in case Helen has taken shelter.

Police are also asking anyone with CCTV cameras to check them to see if they have captured Helen on camera between 10pm and midnight on Wednesday.

Any drivers who were in the area and may have captured anything on dashcam footage are urged to get in touch.

Helen is described as 5ft 7in, of slim build and has black hair. She was last seen wearing a large green jumper.

Warrington Guardian:

Inspector Richard Spedding said: “We are doing everything we can to find Helen and our searches will continue over the weekend.

"You will notice an increased police presence in the area and we would ask for anyone living locally to check their CCTV cameras or dashcam footage as they may have captured something that would help us with our enquiries.

“It has been two days since Helen was last seen and we are growing increasingly concerned. If you have seen Helen or someone matching her description or know where she is please get in touch.

"I would also appeal directly to Helen to contact us, or your family, and let us know you are safe."

Anyone with any information is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 523165.

To submit dashcam footage go to: https://cheshireconstabulary.egressforms.com/