A MAJOR search is underway for a missing woman as specialist teams have been scouring a river.
Clare Marshall, 64, vanished in Perth this morning and has not been seen since.
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Specialist teams have been searching the River Tay
It is understood she left the city’s Dundee Road area in the early hours and may have walked to Moncreiffe Island.
Clare is described as 5ft 4in tall, of average build, with shoulder length grey hair.
Is is believed she was wearing all black clothing when she was last seen.
Specialist search teams have been scouring the Dundee Road as well as the River Tay.
A helicopter has also been involved in the largescale operation.
Police have appealed to the public and called for anyone with information over Clare’s whereabouts to get in touch.
Inspector Kris McCall said: “We’re concerned for Clare’s welfare and have been carrying out extensive searches in the area of Dundee Road and the River Tay. Specialist resources, including the police helicopter, have been searching for Clare since we were alerted to her disappearance.
“I urge anyone with information about Clare’s whereabouts to get in touch with police by calling 101. Likewise, I would appeal directly to Clare: if you see this message, please contact the police or approach any officer so we can ensure you’re safe and well.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 1608 of 18 December.
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