The family of missing Malton mother Victoria Taylor have spoken of their heartache as the search goes into a fifth day.
Victoria, 34, was last seen on Monday morning.
Some of her belongings were found close to the River Derwent. Police have used boats and a drone to search for her.
This afternoon (Friday), Victoria’s sisters Emma and Heidi issued a statement.
They said: “We currently feel sick, distraught and lost following the disappearance of Vixx, but we are trying to focus on the children in the family to maintain a sense of routine at this difficult time.
“We would like to thank all the emergency services and volunteers who have assisted in the search for Vixx so far.
“The wider local community has also rallied around, and we are eternally grateful for the support that they have given to us, Vixx’s family.”
They said the police were continuing the search this weekend, adding: “The water is challenging at the moment due to the recent weather so if people are out searching for Vixx, then please do not put yourself at risk.”
Victoria is described as
- white
- about 5ft 6in tall
- last seen wearing blue jeans
- a black Adidas original puffa jacket with white stripes down the sleeves
- and a grey Jack Wills hooded jumper.
Earlier this week, police released a CCTV image of Victoria at the BP garage on Welham Road in the Norton area. It was taken at 11.35am on Monday.
Inspector Martin Dennison from North Yorkshire Police said: “We are very concerned about Victoria’s whereabouts and, like her family and friends, just want to see her safe and well.
“I would urge the public to be cautious if looking for Victoria near the river. Our officers have specialist training and equipment, and they are used to working in various terrains.
“If you do have any information which can help with the search then please call us 101. Any immediate sightings should be reported to 999.”