Police say they are becoming “increasingly concerned” about a pensioner from Falmouth who is thought to have left her home in the town early this morning and has now been reported as missing.

Elizabeth Roberts was last seen at 9pm yesterday. The 78-year-old is thought to have gone out early this morning and may be using public transport.

She is described as white, of slim build with “salt and pepper” grey/black shoulder length hair, and she is possibly wearing a flowery top and jacket.

Anyone who has seen Elizabeth or knows of her current whereabouts is asked to contact the police straight away on 101, quoting log number 242 040519.