SEARCH TO FIND MISSING MALTON WOMAN TO CONTINUE OVER WEEKEND

North Yorkshire Police has said its officers will continue with searches on Friday and over the weekend to find missing Malton woman Victoria Taylor.

Victoria, who is 34-years-old, was last seen at her home address at 9am on Monday 30th September.

Police have said their approach is to carry out thorough and systematic searches of the area where Victoria was last seen and from where officers recovered her belongings with a focus on the River Derwent.

Officers from the Underwater Search Team will continue to use specialist equipment this weekend as they scour the murky river water.

On land, the Operational Support Unit will search areas close to the river for further clues which may lead them to finding Victoria.

In addition to the visible searches, a team of officers will continue to follow up on sightings, review CCTV and speak to key witnesses.

Head of Local Policing, Chief Superintendent Fiona Willey said: “We will continue to make every effort to find Victoria and a have a dedicated team that are working solely on this missing person search.

“As every day goes on it brings further heartache for Victoria’s family and we will continue to work closely with them.

“The support which the community of Malton and Norton have shown is uplifting and has helped provide some form of comfort to those who are close to Victoria at this difficult time.

“I would reiterate our previous appeals for information. Any relevant information, no matter how insignificant it might be, may help our enquiries.

“If you can help, please speak with an officer, or contact us on 101.”