Police say a missing Colchester woman has now been found. 

Officers had launched a search for Leah McIntosh, 22, who had not been seen since earlier this morning (September 28). 

A police spokesman said: "Leah McIntosh, 22, who was missing from Colchester has now been found.

"Thank you for sharing our appeal."

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