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A search has been launched for a missing tourist who vanished during a UK trip on Tuesday.

Riina Elisabeth Sjogren left Edinburgh Airport at about 8.50pm on Tuesday January 9, after buying a plane ticket she did not use and abandoning her belongings.

The 38-year-old, from Finland, travelled back into the city centre by tram arriving at York Place at 10.20pm.

She is described as white, 5ft 6ins, of medium build with shoulder-length dark brown hair and wearing glasses.

(Image: PA)

Officers are appealing to those with information regarding her whereabouts to get in touch.

Inspector Gill Lundberg said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who recognises Riina and who may be able to help us trace her.

"Similarly, if Riina sees this appeal herself, we would ask her to get in contact to let us know she is safe."

Anyone with information is asked to contact officers on 101.