She was last seen on Sunday afternoon and police are urging anyone with information to contact them
Police say they are growing ‘increasingly concerned’ for a missing 76-year-old woman last seen with her dog.
The woman, named only as Linda, was last seen at around 4.34pm on Sunday, March 30 on Bluebell Drive, Rochdale.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “Linda, 76, is described as being 5ft2, of medium build, with white short hair and wearing a dark purple overcoat.
“She is with her dog Oscar, who is described as a fawn-coloured medium size dog.
“Officers are becoming increasingly concerned for their welfare and want to make sure they are found safe and well.
“Anyone with information about Linda’s whereabouts should contact police on 101 quoting log 2670 of March 30 2025.”
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