Police have launched an urgent search for a heavily pregnant woman who disappeared from a busy street in broad daylight and has now been missing for over a week.
The 27-year-old woman, identified only as Shelby, was last seen on a bustling town centre street in Bolton, Greater Manchester, sparking serious concerns for her welfare given her advanced pregnancy.
Greater Manchester Police are becoming increasingly worried about the expectant mother and have issued a fresh public appeal, urging anyone who spots her to dial 999 immediately.
Woman Vanished from Bolton Town Centre
Shelby was first reported missing on 10 October after vanishing from Bolton town centre, one of Greater Manchester’s busiest commercial districts.
The pregnant woman remained missing for several days before being spotted again yesterday, though her current whereabouts remain unknown, prompting police to intensify their search efforts.
Officers are now desperately trying to locate Shelby to ensure she receives any medical care she may need, particularly given her pregnancy and the length of time she has been missing.
Description of Missing Woman
Shelby is described as a white female, approximately 5ft 4in tall, and visibly pregnant.
She was last seen wearing black trousers and a black or blue jacket, with her hair tied back in a ponytail.
The expectant mother’s disappearance in such a public location during daylight hours has puzzled investigators, who are working to piece together her movements.
Police Issue Urgent Appeal
Greater Manchester Police have made clear their growing concern for Shelby’s safety and wellbeing, particularly given her vulnerable condition as a heavily pregnant woman.
“Can you help officers find Shelby? They want to make sure she is safe and well,” the force said in their appeal.
“Any information? Please call 101 or 999,” officers said.
Anyone who sees Shelby is being urged to dial 999 immediately, allowing police to respond quickly and ensure her welfare.
Concerns Mount Over Pregnant Woman’s Welfare
The disappearance of a heavily pregnant woman raises particular concerns about both her physical and mental wellbeing, as expectant mothers require regular medical monitoring and care.
Police have not disclosed how far along Shelby is in her pregnancy, though the description of her as “heavily pregnant” suggests she may be in her third trimester.
Without access to prenatal care, proper nutrition and safe accommodation, pregnant women face increased health risks for both themselves and their unborn babies.
Pattern of Disappearance Raises Questions
The fact that Shelby vanished initially on 10 October, was then spotted again yesterday before disappearing once more, suggests a complex situation that police are working to understand.
This pattern could indicate she is moving between different locations, potentially staying with various people or in temporary accommodation.
Police have not disclosed whether Shelby has any known mental health concerns or personal circumstances that may be relevant to her disappearance.
Investigation Continues
Greater Manchester Police continue to investigate Shelby’s disappearance, following up leads and working to establish her current location.
The force has not disclosed whether they believe Shelby is in Bolton or may have travelled elsewhere, though their appeal focuses on the local area where she was last seen.
As the search enters its second week, the urgency of finding Shelby intensifies, with police and her loved ones desperate for news that she is safe.
Anyone with information about Shelby’s whereabouts should contact Greater Manchester Police on 101, or call 999 if they see her.
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