Concerns are growing for the welfare of a missing 18-year-old from Markyate

Hertfordshire Police is renewing it's appeal for the public's help in finding a missing woman from Markyate, who may have travelled to London.

Stephanie Sansom, 18, was last seen on Tuesday, May 19.

She is described as being around 5ft 3in tall, slim, with long straight brown hair.

She was last seen wearing ripped blue jeans and a black coat with a fur hood and was carrying a white Marc Jacobs handbag.

It is believed she may have travelled to London, particularly the Harrow, Northolt and Wembley areas.

Concerns are growing for her welfare at this time.

If you have seen Stephanie since she was reported missing or have information about where she has been, call Hertfordshire Police' on 101.

If you believe you are with Stephanie now or have seen her in the last few moments, call 999 immediately.

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