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Police say they are increasingly concerned for the welfare of a pregnant woman who has gone missing.

Soma Sirwan, from the Stakeford area of Ashington, Northumberland, is believed to be with her 14-month-old son.

The 25-year-old, who is seven months' pregnant, was reported missing on Monday and has not been seen since, Northumbria Police said.

Officers are appealing for help in finding the mother, who they say is about 5ft 7in tall and of a slim build.

She has long, dark curly hair, is known to wear dark clothing and has a mole on her chin, they said.

Her son is likely to be in a dark-coloured buggy.

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