Urgent search for missing dog walker who vanished with pet on country walk
Police are concerned for the safety of the 56-year-old after she did not return from walking her dog
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Your support makes all the difference.Police have launched an urgent search for a woman who disappeared while out walking her dog.
Ausra Plungiene, 56, has not been seen since taking her pet out on Tuesday in Snowdonia, north west Wales.
She didn't return home from the walk, leading police to launch an urgent search.
On Wednesday, a coastguard rescue helicopter was sweeping the area above Eryri, according to reports.
The woman's dog is also missing.
Local residents have been asked to remain vigilant and report any sightings of the 56-year-old.
Police released pictures of Ms Plungiene and said there is growing concern for her safety.
A spokesperson for North Wales Police said: “Concerns for Ausra Plungiene, 56 yrs, who went walking with her dog in Snowdonia, 11th April and is now missing.
“Any sightings/information please ring NWP on 101 quoting incident no A052734.”
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