Gardaí are seeking the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of a missing woman in Portlaoise.

Susanne Krauss who is in her early 50s has been missing from the Dublin Road area of the town since Tuesday.

Susanne is described as 5 foot 9 in height of slim build with dark hair and a pale complexion, and when last seen she was wearing a purple top, blue jeans and carrying a blue handbag.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057-8674100, the Garda Confidential line on 1800-666111 or any Garda station.