Gardaí in New Ross in Co. Wexford are appealing for help in tracing the whereabouts of a missing woman. 

66-year-old Statia Purcell was last seen on Wednesday in the Mount Garrett area of New Ross between 8pm and 9pm.

She is described as being 5-foot-3 in height, of slim build and has grey hair.

When last seen she was wearing a blue raincoat. Gardai say she may appear a little disorientated and unsure of her whereabouts.

Anyone who may have seen her are being asked to contact gardaí in New Ross on 051-426030, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line at 1800-666-111 or any garda station.