Essex Police has launched an appeal to find a missing woman from Southend.

Patsy Suddell, 34, is missing from Southend, and was last seen late on Sunday.

Officers say they have carried out extensive checks across Southend, which have established she may have travelled to London.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "Patsy is vulnerable and we want to find her as quickly as possible to make sure she’s ok.

"She is 5ft 6ins tall, with brown hair worn in a ponytail and fringe. She was last known to be wearing black leggings, black trainers, a black puffer coat and a grey backpack.

"She regularly carries a toy fox, which is a distinctive feature for the public to please look out for.

"If you’ve seen Patsy or if you know where she is please call 101 immediately."