Police in Edinburgh are appealing for information to help trace a woman reported missing from an address in East Pilton.

Fiona McDonald was last heard from around 6 pm on Thursday 25th August when she was believed to be at her home address in East Pilton Farm Crescent.

Since then the 31 year old has not been in contact with friends or family and concern is growing for her welfare.

Officers are now asking anyone with information about Fiona’s whereabouts to please get in contact.

Fiona is described as white, 5ft 6 inches tall, of very slim build with long brown hair. She has an Edinburgh accent.

She is believed to be driving her black Citreon Xsara Picasso car with reg no. SM08 OAD

Inspector Graeme Dignan of Drylaw police station said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for Fiona’s welfare.

“Anyone who has seen her or her vehicle is asked to please get in touch with us straight away.”

Anyone with information is asked to call officers on 101.