POLICE are searching for an elderly woman's son, who could be living in Wantage, after she died at a nursing home in Greater Manchester.

Kate Adam, formerly known as Irene Costello, died at her address at Chadderton Total Care, a nursing home supporting those with dementia in Oldham, on August 19. 

Oldham Police say Ms Adam is believed to have two sons who are possible living in Wantage and Portsmouth.

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She was 89 years old when she died.

Oldham Police issued an appeal today (September 3) via its social media channels for the public's assistance in helping find the woman's next-of-kins. 

The force is urging anyone with information about the next of kin of Ms Adam to call 0161 856 8095.