A WOMAN is sought after by police after more than £33,000 was taken from a Blackburn-based business.

Katie Woodfinden, 36, is wanted by officers after the cash was taken from the firm between February and August of this year.

Police said limited information is known about Woodfinden, of Bowfell Close, Blackpool, but it is believed she has links to Blackburn.

She is described to have brown hair.

Police constable Lee Aspden, said: "We have launched an investigation following a serious fraud in Blackburn.

"Following enquiries, we would like to speak to Katie Woodfinden in connection with the offence.

"At this time we have only have a low-quality image of Woodfinden, but believe someone must know where she is.

"Anyone with information is urged to contact police immediately."

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote crime reference ED1713479, call Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.