POLICE were looking for an elderly woman yesterday morning (Tuesday) in Ruspidge who was seen wandering around in her nightwear.

The woman, believed to be 90-years-old, was pushing a zimmer frame in the early hours past the shop in a confused state saying she was looking for her daughter. It is thought she suffers from dementia. 

Extensive searches took place by ground units, dog units and helicopter. However there have been no further sightings of a woman matching this description. All local nursing homes and hospitals have been checked.

Police were concerned for her safety and continued their search yesterday. Police would like to hear from anyone who has seen this woman or knows where she is. Call 101 quoting incident no 14 of December 9 2014.