Gardaí are looking for the public’s help in tracing a missing woman from Dublin.

Forty-four-year-old Karen Scott – who has Down syndrome – was last seen in Finglas yesterday afternoon.

She is described as being approximately 5 foot 4 inches tall and of medium build with blue eyes and short blonde hair.

When last seen Karen was wearing white runners, a peach-coloured hooded top and black jeans.

Anyone who can help find her is asked to contact Finglas garda station on 01 6667500 or any garda station.