Police launch urgent search for missing Doncaster woman, with helicopter at scene
Police have launched an urgent appeal to find a missing Doncaster woman, with a helicopter involved in the search for her.
The woman, named only as Rachel, was reported missing last night.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’re asking for your help to find missing Rachel from Doncaster.
"Rachel, age 45, was last seen in Cantley, on 21 March at around 7.40pm and has not been seen or heard from since.
"Rachel is white, 5ft 7in with medium-length brown hair. She was last seen wearing a grey top, dark coloured leggings and carrying a red rucksack.
"Officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Rachel’s welfare and want to speak to anybody who has seen her.”
If you can help, you can pass information to police through the online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 894 of the 21st March 2026 when you get in touch.
Residents have reported a helicopter carrying out searches in the area this morning.