POLICE continue to appeal to the public for information in the ongoing investigation into the whereabouts of missing person Sophie Burns.

Sophie, 28-years old, from Carlisle, hasn’t been seen since Sunday, December 12 2021.

She is described as 5ft 3in tall, of slim build and she has long brown hair. She was last seen wearing black joggers, black hoody, black Berghaus gilet, black Adidas cap and white Nike Air Force 1 trainers.

A police spokesperson said: “We have had a fantastic response from the public and I would like to thank everyone who has been in touch with information and potential sightings of Sophie. We have followed up on them and will continue to do so.

“Based on information received we have carried out extensive searches for Sophie, in areas including Bitts Park and surrounding areas.

“The coordinated searches have utilised specialist police search capabilities, including our dog unit, drones, CCTV, line searches and working with North Cumbria Rescue and Response.

“We continue to search for Sophie based on the information reported to us.

“If Sophie does see this appeal, we would urge her to get in touch to let us know she is safe.

“Anyone who sees Sophie is asked to call 999.”

Cumbria Police have dedicated their time searching for Ms Burns along the outskirts of Carlisle. The investigation has been strategically coordinated by specialist officers and has to date involved numerous actions.

Friends and family members of Sophie have taken to social media platforms in another bid to help find her.

A group, entitled ‘Help to bring Sophie Burns home safe’ has been created on Facebook and friends of Ms Burns have created the group to request the assistance of Carlisle residents for equipment that can help the search.

A TikTok video has also been created in case members of the public spot Sophie when they’re out of the house.

The video contains photos of Sophie as well requests to share the video and get in touch with the police if anyone has any information.

Anyone with additional information which may assist can report this online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit.