POLICE are seeking help from the public to trace a former York resident who is believed to be missing in the city.

Lisa Russell, 21, who may be using the surname Rayner, has not been seen for 12 days since leaving her home in Bradford.

A North Yorkshire Police spokeswoman said: "Lisa is originally from York, and indicated she was going to meet family members there on the day she went missing."

Lisa is said to be 5ft 7in tall, slim with blonde, shoulder-length straight hair and blue eyes. Anyone with information should ring Bradford Police on 01274 376459.

Updated: 09:31 Saturday, October 06, 2001