Jean St Leger (Image: Archant)
Police are appealing for the public to be on the lookout for a 78-year-old woman who went missing from a Goodmayes hospital.
Jean St Leger was last seen at Goodmayes Hospital in Barley Lane at about 3pm yesterday.
When she did not return police were called who say they are worried for her safety.
Ms St Leger is described as white, about 5ft 6ins tall and is of a thin build. She has grey hair and may be wearing glasses.
She was last seen wearing black trousers and a black and grey top.
Police believe she may have gone to the Romford town centre area.
Anyone who sees Ms St Leger, or who knows of her whereabouts, should call Redbridge police on 101.
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