POLICE are appealing for information after a 38-year-old woman absconded from HMP Styal.

Jennifer Touray was on day release from the prison and was scheduled to return at 5pm on October 31 but failed to do so.

Officers are currently carrying out a number of enquiries in a bid to trace her and they are urging anyone with information as to her whereabouts to get in touch.

When she was last seen, she was wearing a black coat, white top and black leggings, black and white Nike trainers and wearing a silver band ring.

She is believed to have links to the Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Yorkshire areas.

Anyone who sees Touray, is urged to call Cheshire Constabulary on 101 quoting IML 1401901 or visit cheshire.police.uk/police-forces/cheshire-constabulary/areas/cheshire/about-us/about-us/provide-more-information-about-an-appeal/.

Information can also be passed on anonymously, via Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.

Officers are also appealing for Touray herself to contact them.