Police are frantically searching for a woman who vanished yesterday morning, prompting some businesses to close and help with the investigation.

Rachel Booth, 38, was last seen in the Barnton area of Northwich yesterday around 3.50 am.

CCTV captured her near the Sandiway Garage on the A556 around 3.50 am. She is described as 5’ 9” tall, of a slim build, with blonde hair, and is believed to be wearing black leggings and a black top.

Worryingly, police have said underwater search teams are now assisting in searching for her.

A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: ‘As part of enquiries for missing Northwich woman Rachel Booth, officers are currently conducting enquiries in Oakmere and the surrounding area.

‘We are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare. We would also like to appeal to Rachel directly to get in touch to let us know you are OK.’

Inspector James Wilson said: ‘We are currently conducting a number of enquiries to trace Rachel, and we are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare.

‘Anyone who has seen Rachel since she was reported missing is asked to contact us. The same goes for anyone who has any information on her whereabouts.’

Nearby water sports centre, Wild Shore Delamere, announced they would shut down to help the investigation.

‘We are really sorry but there has been an incident in the area and the police have requested that we close the site to aid their investigation,’ they wrote.