London police seek public assistance in search for missing woman

UPDATE: London police announced on Monday, November 5 that Anesta Hesch was safely located. Officers thanked members of the public for their help in the case. 

London police are appealing to the public as they continue their search for a missing London woman.

Anesta Hesch, 36, is described as a Caucasian woman, standing about five feet tall and weighing 120 pounds.

Police say she was last seen wearing a long black winter jacket stretching down to her knees, a beige scarf, pink earmuffs and Bog rubber boots.

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Hesch was also seen carrying two backpacks, a blanket and a brown leather jacket.

The missing woman was last seen Wednesday in the area of Commissioners and Wellington roads at around 9 a.m.

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Police and family are concerned for Hesch’s welfare.

Anyone with information about Hesch’s whereabouts is urged to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).