POLICE are appealing for help in tracing 49-year-old Julie Smith from Ormesby, near Middlesbrough, who has not been seen since 3pm this afternoon (Monday, July 14).

She is described as white, of large build with blonde short hair, 5’4” tall and was wearing a black and blue top with black netting sleeves, black three quarter length trousers and white sandals.

Anyone who has seen Julie or knows of her whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101.