Police are appealing for information to help find a vulnerable woman who has gone missing in Basildon.

Stephanie Tutty, 23, was last seen at an address in Jermayns at around 11.20am today.

She is described as white, 5ft 3ins tall, of medium build and with long straight blonde hair.

When she was last seen she was wearing a white top, black trousers and a beige rucksack.

Stephanie is considered vulnerable and officers are very concerned for her welfare.

Anyone who has seen her or has any information about where she is is asked to contact Basildon police station on 101.

Update 18/07: Stephanie has thankfully been found