POLICE have issued a high risk, missing from home appeal for a 54-year-old woman.

Sheila Doherty, from Horwich, last contacted family earlier this afternoon.

Missing Horwich woman found

She is described as being a white female, 5'1", long dark hair, and it's unknown what she is currently wearing.

Any sightings or information as to Sheila's whereabouts, please call police on 101.