MARINE units from the police have been searching the Solent for missing Southampton woman Joanne Sheen. 

Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed its dedicated marine unit was in operation on the Solent during proactive searches. 

The mother-of-three was 44 when she was reported missing by her family on February 22, 2020. 

A number of searches have since taken place in and around Southampton but her whereabouts are still unknown. 

Last year officers searched under their pier at Mayflower Park.

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A police spokesperson said the marine unit conducted searches on July 4 but "nothing of note was located". 

They added: "We continue to appeal for anyone who has seen Joanne, or knows where she might be, to please call us on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting Operation Blackboard or 44200068330.

"People can also submit information through our online portal by going to https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC20W04-PO1"