A large-scale search is ongoing for a missing Christchurch woman, whom Police hold grave fears for.
Tracy, 66, was reported missing about 1.20pm on Wednesday 17 September, after missing a pre-planned lunch date. Her Tesla was found along Taylors Mistake Road in Scarborough about 2pm, but there was no sign of Tracy.
Constable Kieran Palmer said Police, Search and Rescue volunteers, Fire Emergency New Zealand, and Sumner Coastguard volunteers have been involved in the search.
"We're very concerned for Tracy's welfare, and her family wants her to return home.
"Police have carried out enquiries through the night, and searchers are back out there this morning looking for Tracy, and we ask anyone with information to contact us immediately."
Tracy is of a small build, with grey curly hair, and may still be in the Whitewash or Scarborough area.
Anyone who sees Tracy should call 111 immediately, referencing 250917/1820.
