UPDATED: Police have now confirmed that Violet has been found.

Monday, 19 October 2026 17:16

Violet was reported missing from the Newark-on-Trent area.

UPDATE 19/10/2026 18:03 - Violet has now been found,. Many thanks for your concern and help in sharing this post.

Nottinghamshire Police have issued an urgent appeal for information as officers grow increasingly concerned for the safety of a missing person last seen in Newark.

Violet was reported missing from the Newark-on-Trent area after last being seen at approximately 2pm on Monday 19th October.

Officers are appealing for anyone who may have seen Violet, or who has information about her whereabouts, to come forward.

Violet is described as approximately 5ft 2in tall, with dark hair tied in a bun.

When she was last seen, she was wearing jeans, a burgundy jacket and red shoes, and was carrying a black handbag.

Anyone who has seen Violet or has information that could help police locate her is urged to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 0453 of 19th October 2026.

Police are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may be able to help establish her whereabouts.

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