Volunteers helping to search for missing mum Sarah Wellgreen say they'll never stop looking as they today mark six months since she was last seen.

The 47-year-old, who has five children, vanished after being spotted near her home in Bazes Shaw, New Ash Green, on October 9.

Her former partner Ben Lacomba is due to go on trial in June after denying her murder.

The case is going ahead despite the fact Sarah's body has not been found.

Marking six months since her disappearance, the voluntary co-ordinating team issued a statement saying: "We remain absolutely committed to finding Sarah's body to allow her family some closure; the not knowing is so difficult for them.

"We are doing everything we can to find her.

"We would also like to show our gratitude to the many specialists who have volunteered their own time to try and aid the search for Sarah.

"We would also like to thank again all those in the local community who came out on our searches from October to November, and also a massive thank you to those who’ve shared our posts, displayed our posters and helped raise awareness of Sarah’s disappearance.

"We will do everything we can to continue supporting Sarah's family who have all shown such strength and courage during this time."

Sarah's son Lewis Burdett recently said happy birthday to "the most amazing woman I have ever known, my mum Sarah Wellgreen".

He described the months since she has been missing as a "never ending nightmare" and pleaded for people to keep reposting appeals to find her on social media.

Police spent weeks searching areas of woodland and the countryside in the New Ash Green area.

About 200 people living in the village also volunteered to help search.

Volunteers say it is never too late to share any information you may have about Sarah’s disappearance.

A trust fund set up to provide long-term support Sarah's family has raised nearly £3,000.

Anyone with information about her disappearance or whereabouts is asked to call police on 0207 1580011 or 0800 056 0154, quoting 11-0423, or to remain anonymous CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.