A WOMAN who had been missing for several days has been found safe and well.

Police launched a public appeal after April Howatt was reported not missing, having last been seen on February 23.

They have now confirmed she has been found.

A spokesman for Dorset Police said: "Officers searching for missing Bournemouth woman April Howatt are very pleased to confirm that she has been found safe and well.

"The 57-year-old was reported missing having last been seen just before 4pm on February 23 in the area of the Kings Park Hospital.

"Following enquiries and searches by officers, she has now been located in the Bournemouth area.

"We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal."