Police are appealing for the public’s assistance to trace a woman who has been reported missing.

Karen Murphy, who has connections in West Dunbartonshire, was last seen around 8pm on Monday, January 13.

She was leaving Gartnavel Hospital on Great Western Road.

Officers say the 53-year-old has not been seen or in contact with anyone since this time and concern is growing for her welfare.

She is described as around 5ft 4ins tall with grey/blond hair. She was last seen wearing a khaki parka-style jacket with a fur hood and black trousers.

Inspector Gavin Smith said: “As the passage of time increases, we are becoming very concerned for her welfare and it is imperative that we trace her current whereabouts as soon as possible so that we know she is safe.

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“I would ask anyone who has seen Karen in the past 24 hours, or has any information on her whereabouts, to get in touch with officers immediately.”

Those with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 and quote incident number 0058 of 14th January.