Constance Marten has gone missing alongside her partner, Mark Gordon, and their newborn baby after the family broke down on the M61 and vanished after leaving the motorway
Police have launched a desperate hunt for a couple who disappeared with their newborn baby after their car broke down near the M61.
Constance Marten and Mark Gordon had been travelling on the motorway when their vehicle broke down near junction four last night (Thursday).
The force believe that Constance had given birth ‘very recently’ and neither she nor the baby had been seen by medics.
Officers have now issued a direct plea to the new mother, asking her to contact emergency services.
The couple and their baby are thought to have left the motorway safely after the breakdown, Manchester Evening News reports.
Police said they were spotted walking on Anchor Lane Bridge, which links the Highfield and Little Hulton areas, but have since vanished.
Mark was wearing dark clothing and Constance — who has a southern accent — was wearing a burgundy coat.
Officers said the baby had also been wrapped in a blanket.
The missing family were last seen at around 6:30pm yesterday and police are becoming increasingly concerned about their whereabouts.
Chief Superintendent Michaela Kerr has issued an emotional plea to the new mother, she said: “As a mum, I would like to make a direct appeal to Constance.
“Constance, I know this is an exceptionally hard time for you and you are likely feeling scared but I promise that our number one priority is the same as yours – to keep your beautiful newborn safe.
“As you know, it’s really important that both you and your baby are assessed by medical professionals as soon as possible so please make contact with emergency services or make your way to your nearest hospital, wherever that may be.”
Police have asked members of the public to report any information or sightings of the couple immediately via 999.
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