A MISSING 81-year-old woman from Herefordshire has been found.

Lesley Lowther, from Ross-on-Wye, was reported missing yesterday afternoon (September 15).

The police confirmed that Ms Lowther was found safe and well, after she disappeared following a visit to Lorraine's Hair Salon in the town's Brookend Street.

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The police and Ms Lowther's family had been concerned for her welfare, after she didn't return home from the salon.

In a statement earlier today (September 16), West Mercia Police said: "Thank you to everyone who helped us locate an 81-year-old woman who was reported missing from Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire yesterday."

The force thanked those who shared its missing person appeal.