A SEARCH is underway for a missing woman from Gwynedd.

Police have "concerns" for Helen, from the Dolgellau area, who was last seen at approximately 11pm last night (September 22).

She is described as being 5ft 4 in height, with brown/ginger hair, and is possibly wearing a black coat and carrying a burgundy rucksack.

A North Wales Police spokesperson said: "If you have seen Helen, or have any information that can help us find her, please contact us via our live webchat online or on 101 quoting reference Q144063."