MERSEYSIDE Police are concerned for the welfare of a 32-year-old woman from St Helens who went missing while receiving treatment at Whiston Hospital.

Shirley Ann Green, of no fixed abode, was being treated for an arm injury when she left the hospital with an intravenous drip still in her arm. Doctors have warned that if the drip is not removed her condition could deteriorate and she would need urgent medical attention.

She is described as white, 5ft 8in tall, with drawn features.

Anyone who knows where Shirley is can contact St Helens Police on 0151 777 6030.

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