Police appeal for information about missing woman

The search for Annie Dryden is in its sixth day

Concerns are growing over the whereabouts of a missing 20-year-old.

On 4 January, Annie Dryden boarded a train from Middlesbrough's James Cook train station, disembarking in Battersby at about 14:40 GMT.

Despite widespread efforts to find her, she has not been seen since.

Cleveland Police held a press conference earlier, appealing for help as they marked the sixth day of searches for the Middlesbrough woman.

Cleveland Police's Supt Marc Anderson urged Ms Dryden to contact police

Supt Marc Anderson urged anyone with information about Ms Dryden's whereabouts to come forward.

He said the force was working closely with North Yorkshire Police to follow several leads and investigate lines of inquiry, including when she last used her phone and bank card.

He added: "Clearly we do have concerns around her welfare and well-being.

"We want to find Annie as soon as possible.

"If Annie's out there listening, please contact police immediately, we want to make sure you are fit and well."

CCTV captured Annie Dryden boarding a train in Middlesbrough

Ms Dryden is described as being 5ft 10in, slim and dark-haired, with a distinctive blonde fringe and a scar above her top lip.

In CCTV images captured on the day she went missing, she was carrying a green and black backpack.

Police said she could potentially be camping and may have headed to rural areas of North Yorkshire.

Officers are asking the public to check outbuildings and shelters for signs of anyone being there.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.