Melbourne Mum And Two Children Missing From Their Home

A frantic search is currently underway for a Melbourne mother and her two young children, missing from their home since the weekend.

Holly Mancell, aged 31, and her two children Chloe Mancell, 12, and Liam Rusbridge, 6, were last seen at their Coldstream home on Saturday around 10am.

Both police and the trio’s family hold concerns for their welfare, particularly that of Ms Mancell who has a medical condition requiring medication.

Image via Vic Police

Ms Mancell has been described as having a thin build, blonde hair, blue eyes and being 170cm tall. When last seen, she was wearing dark track pants and a light-coloured long sleeve top. She has two identifying tattoos, one of a Chinese symbol on the back of her neck, and one with her children’s names on her forearm.

Her daughter Chloe is described as being 160cm tall with long dark hair, also with a thin build. Son, Liam is described as 140cm tall, with a thin build and short brown hair. He was last seen in a red and grey hooded jumper and jeans.

Police currently believe that the family may be in Bayside, Ringwood or the Yarra Ranges, but they urge anyone who has seen the family to contact the Lilydale Police Station on 9739 2300.

UPDATE 29/08/2016 3:00pm – Ms Mancell and both her children have been found safe and well.

Source: Vic Police News�and Herald Sun

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