THE search for a missing 25-year-old woman from Leeds has been called off after a body was found yesterday afternoon (Wednesday).

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said yesterday evening: "We issued an urgent appeal for information and sightings of Molly Ann Garbutt whose black Renault Clio car had been located just before 8am parked off the B6265 near to Dibbles Bridge at Hebden.

"Following initial enquiries and an appeal by West Yorkshire Police early this morning, North Yorkshire Police has been conducting searches in the surrounding area in the effort to find Molly.

"These have been supported by RAF Mountain Rescue and the Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association, along with a HM Coastguard helicopter.

"While formal identification has not yet taken place, Molly’s family have been informed about the death and they are being supported by the police.

"We ask that their privacy is respected at this difficult time as we prepare a report for the coroner."

Anyone with information that could assist should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 4, and speak to the Force Control Room. Quote reference number 122 400 57708 when providing details.