A MISSING woman has sparked a police search.

Alison Cox, 40, is diabetic and needs regular medication.

She was last seen in the Littlemore and Cowley Road areas of Oxford on Saturday.

Police have said they are growing increasingly concerned for Ms Cox’s physical and mental welfare.

She is described as white, 5ft 1ins, of heavy build, with short blonde hair.

She was last seen wearing a white and brown blouse, black trousers, a black hat, a red fleece and black and white trainers.

Any members of the public who see Ms Cox are asked not to approach her as she may be distressed, but they should call the police straight away.

Anyone with information about Alison’s whereabouts is asked to contact police on 101.