A DARLINGTON resident is trying to trace his daughter who he has not seen for 18 years.

Jimmy Sykes, 68, of the Hawthorns, Heatherwood Grove, Darlington, last saw his daughter Karen on her wedding day in Crook.

Karen was born in Durham on February 22, 1969, and may still live in the North-East area.

Mr Sykes said the pair lost contact after he moved away.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Mr Sykes on 01325-350310 or 07774-576-116 and leave a message if there is no answer.

The Tracer service is free.

Write to The Northern Echo, Priestgate, Darlington, DN1 1NF, call 01325-505069 or email newsdesk@nne.co.uk with Tracer in the subject line.