The disappearance of a woman has prompted police to appeal to the public for help in finding her.

Nicola Everitt, 44, has not been seen for two-and-a-half weeks.

She was last seen on Tuesday, July 3 when she left her home address in Bury St Edmunds.

She is white, 5ft 5ins and of medium build. She has long, straight, blonde hair and a pale complexion.

It is believed she might have been heading for Essex.

Police are concerned about her welfare and are asking anyone who has seen her or who has any information on where she may be to contact them on 101.