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Teanndra Shank: Police renew appeal for missing Leiston woman with possible sighting near Aldeburgh

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Suffolk police have issued a renewed appeal for Teanndra Shank, the 25-year-old Leiston woman who has been missing since Saturday. A potential sighting has been reported between Snape and Aldeburgh.

The big picture: Teanndra Shank, who has links to Ipswich, remains missing after her appointment at Ipswich Hospital on Saturday afternoon. Police are expanding their search and requesting public assistance.

Key details:

  • Teanndra was last seen at Ipswich Hospital around 2:20pm on Saturday

  • A possible sighting occurred on the A1094 between Snape and Aldeburgh at about 3pm the same day

  • Police are asking residents and drivers in specific areas to check their cameras for footage

Why it matters: The expanded search and potential sighting could be crucial in locating Teanndra. Checking and sharing video footage may provide vital clues to her whereabouts.

What you can do:

  • If you live near Ipswich Hospital: Check CCTV or doorbell cameras from 2pm onwards on Saturday

  • If you were driving near the hospital or on the A1094 between Snape and Aldeburgh on Saturday afternoon: Review any dashcam footage

  • Report any potential sightings or information to the police

Teanndra Shank
Teanndra is described as white, 5ft 6in tall, with shoulder-length brown hairSuffolk Police

How to help:

  • Contact the duty sergeant at Halesworth Police Station on 101

  • Use the Suffolk Constabulary Live Chat service on their website

The bottom line: Police are intensifying efforts to find Teanndra Shank, with a focus on gathering video evidence from specific areas. Any information could be crucial in ensuring her safe return, no matter how small.

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FORKNIGHT returns to Ipswich with 30+ delicious offers

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Now's your chance to discover Ipswich's incredible food scene – special offers await at pubs, cafés and restaurants across the town centre from 19-31 May, as the beloved FORKNIGHT returns after a six-year hiatus.

Why it matters: This campaign isn't just about the deals – it's about discovering what makes Ipswich's food scene worth celebrating and finding your new favourite spot. From British classics to African-inspired dishes, FORKNIGHT celebrates the diversity that makes Ipswich's food scene special.

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What's new: More than 30 participating venues are offering special deals throughout the day – whether you're after breakfast, brunch, lunch or an evening meal out.

European delicacies, American comfort food, Asian flavours, African cuisine, and much more, giving you plenty of reasons to step outside your usual habits and try something new, somewhere new.

What they're saying: Lee Walker , CEO of Ipswich Central , said: "We've got a wonderful array of places to eat around the town, that for a two-week period we're showcasing these and encouraging people to make use of great food offers to eat out with friends or family.

"Visit a venue you haven't tried before, maybe enjoy a type of cuisine that you wouldn't normally try or didn't even know was available right here in town!"

How to take part: Visit www.allaboutipswich.com/forknight to browse the offers. Choose one that catches your eye and quote 'FORKNIGHT' when booking at participating venues.

Walker added: "FORKNIGHT is a reminder that we have some great places to eat out around the town, for breakfast, brunch, lunch or an evening meal out we've got all options covered."

The bottom line: FORKNIGHT offers the perfect opportunity to support local businesses whilst expanding your culinary horizons. Why not make this the fortnight you finally try that restaurant you've been meaning to visit?

Over the next two weeks, we'll be spotlighting some of the incredible people behind Ipswich's most-loved eateries, so make sure you subscribe to our newsletter and visit our website regularly.

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