POLICE are trying to establish the identity of a woman found wandering in the street.

Ambulance staff found the woman, who is believed to be in her 60s, in Leyton High Road at around 6pm on Monday, March 17, and took her to Whipps Cross University Hospital.

She did not have any visible injuries, but is suspected of having mental health issues. Her speech is difficult to understand, but it is believed her name is Anne.

Anne' was carrying a small black canvas bag and wearing a grey tracksuit-style jacket, a black t-shirt, blue trousers and black Reebok trousers. She is also described as having a pronounced jaw.

Anyone with information can contact Waltham Forest Missing Persons Unit on 8345 3242, or the National Missing Persons Helpline on freephone 0500 700 700.