POLICE are seeking the public s help in tracing a 79-year-old woman from Hitchin.Irena Kin of Truemans Road was reported missing on Saturday evening from her home. She is described as white, 5ft 4ins, of slim build, with short grey hair and was last see

POLICE are seeking the public's help in tracing a 79-year-old woman from Hitchin.

Irena Kin of Truemans Road was reported missing on Saturday evening from her home.

She is described as white, 5ft 4ins, of slim build, with short grey hair and was last seen wearing a brown knee length coat, pink scarf, grey trousers, dark purple and black handbag and green shoes.

Irena is from Poland and speaks little English. She also drags her left foot when she walks.

PC Andy Gorrell said: "Irena's family are concerned for her wellbeing. She went for her usual walk on Saturday and did not return. We are carrying out a number of enquiries to trace her, however I would ask for the public's support. If you believe you have seen Irena I would ask you to contact police immediately"

If anyone has seen Irena they are asked to contact police on the non-emergency number 0845 33 00 222 as soon as possible.