A missing woman from Ayr has been found safe and well. 

Karen Steele of Victoria Street, Ayr, was seen leaving a public house in River street around 12.20am on Monday 14 January.

Concerns began to grow surrounding the 44-year-old with police appealing for anyone with any information to come forward.

She has now been found safe and well. 

Police Scotland would like to thank everyone for their assistance in the matter.