THERE are fears for a woman reported missing.

Police are searching for Rachel Murnagham, who left her home in Hailsham yesterday morning and had planned to walk into town.

The 51-year-old is 5ft 6in tall with shoulder-length brown hair and was last seen wearing black jeans, a black and white top, black ankle boots and was carrying a black backpack.

Officers say she has links to Brighton and Rottingdean.

There are concerns for Rachel's welfare and anyone who sees her is asked to dial 999 immediately.

Anyone with information on Rachel's whereabouts is asked to report online or call 101, quoting serial 1062 of 29/04.