Police appeal for help finding missing Exeter woman

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Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 46-year-old Margaret Elston who was reported as missing from Exeter on the morning of 23rd February 2026.

She was last seen in Exeter on Friday 20 February.  She is believed to be travelling in a blue Ford Focus car with the registration EX17 WNA.

She is described as a white female, of a slim build, with dark shoulder length hair.

It is not known what clothes she is wearing.

If you have seen Margaret, or know of her whereabouts, please call us immediately on 999 quoting log 535 of 23/02/2026.

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