Edinburgh police have issued an urgent appeal for a missing 80-year-old woman.

Ruth Hannah was last seen around 10.55am on Thursday, October 30 at a supermarket on Colinton Drive in Bruntsfield.

The authorities say that concerns are growing for Ruth and are urging people to check their sheds and gardens in case she has sought shelter.

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Ruth is described as around 5ft 8ins, of average build with short dark hair and wears glasses. When last seen she was wearing a dark-coloured coat, a grey jumper, black trousers and black shoes. She was carrying a shoulder bag with a long strap.

Inspector Caroline Herbert said: “Concerns are growing for Ruth’s welfare and it is important we make sure she is safe and well.

“We are asking anyone who has seen Ruth or knows whe

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