A POLICE have called off a search for a 55-year-old Chadderton woman after the discovery of a body.

A formal identification has not yet taken place.

Zeyna Partington, 55, was last seen about 8.25am on Thursday, August 8 on Silverdale Avenue, Chadderton.

She left her mobile phone and bank card at home and officers are becoming increasingly concerned for Zeyna and want to make sure she is safe and well.

Police initially appealed for the public's help in the search, but has now been halted.