THE search for missing Barnsley woman Claire, who was last seen in the Silkstone area on Monday June 24, continued at pace over the weekend.

Officers ramped up search efforts, and were joined by around 20 Mountain Rescue volunteers as the search parameters in Barnsley were expanded.

Police have received several calls and online messages from members of the public, reporting suspected sightings of Claire, 44, and they are following up on all new information that has come to light.

Several members of the public commented on a police appeal to express their best wishes for Claire and to encourage her to make her location known to the police so that they know she is safe and well.

On Friday, Chief Inspector John Mallows said: “Since Claire was reported missing to us, we have had officers working tirelessly to try and establish the circumstances around her going missing, and to understand where she travelled to after leaving Silkstone Lane. At this stage, we do not know what happened to Claire next.

“We know Claire enjoys spending time outdoors and with nature, specifically visiting church grounds and historic memorials. Therefore today, we have been carrying out searches in woodland around Silkstone and near to where she went missing.”

Officers were also in contact with Claire’s family on Friday to update them on the progress of the search.

“Despite the dedicated hard work of officers to locate Claire, we are yet to find her, and are renewing our appeal for anyone who may know where she is to come forward.

“Anyone who has information can contact us by calling 101 or through our website, please quote incident number 440 of 24 June 2024 when you get in touch.”