A woman is missing after last being seen yesterday evening in Lancashire.

Rachel Jackson, 38, from Manchester, was last seen around 7pm yesterday (Friday, March 31) around Wadham Road, Avenham, Preston.

Rachel, is described as white, between 5ft 6in and 5ft 7in tall, of slim build with blonde dreadlocks. She was last seen wearing a multi-coloured ski jacket, bright coloured jeans with black swirls and orange trainers. She was also carrying a shoulder bag and has an old style Raleigh bicycle with her.

Rachel has links to Preston and the Greater Manchester area.

Ch Insp Mark Baines said: “We are very concerned following Rachel’s disappearance and urging people to come forward with information.

“We want to find her as soon as possible.

“I believe someone has seen her and can help us. Please get in touch and help our investigation.”

If you can help, call 101 or (01772) 304159 quoting log 1779 of March 31. Alternatively you can email forcecontrolroom@lancashire.police.uk.

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