17/01/2018

Appeal Issued For Missing Strabane Woman

Police are appealing for information to help trace missing Strabane woman Lesley McHugh.

The 69-year-old was last in contract with her family at around 11pm on 06 January.

She is described as being approximately 5ft 6inches tall, of slim build with brown hair.

Searches are ongoing along the River Mourne into the River Foyle.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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