POLICE are appealing for the relatives of two elderly women who have recently died to contact them.

Doris Evelyn Moss, 88, was found at her home in Redcar, east Cleveland, on Saturday. There were no suspicious circumstances. The coroner believes she may have relatives living in the Newcastle area.

Police would also like to trace the relatives of Alice Sweeney, 82, who was found dead at her home in Stockton on Friday.

Again, there are no suspicious circumstances and it is thought she may have relatives in the York area.

Any relatives are asked to contact Sandra Martin, at the Teesside Coroner's office, on (01642) 243221.