Katherine Watson, often known as Katie, became a recognisable community figure after appearing in the TV series Geordie Hospital, which focused on her work as a chaplain.

Katherine Watson, 50, vanished from Newcastle yesterday sparking a major emergency response.

Police had been searching for the missing 50-year-old since she went missing on Thursday lunchtime

Watson, 50, a former army officer who has appeared in the TV series Geordie Hospital, was last seen in the Newcastle area on Thursday afternoon

Police had launched a search for the star of TV series Geordie Hospital but have discovered a body they believe is hers

Police said a body found has been found in the search for Channel 4 star Katherine Watson who appeared in TV series Geordie Hospital and vanished on Thursday

Katherine Watson, often known as Katie, became a recognisable community figure after appearing in the TV series Geordie Hospital, which focused on her work as a chaplain at the RVI and Freeman.

A desparate search is under way for Channel 4 reality star Katherine Watson as police grow 'increasingly concerned' for her welfare.

Katherine Watson, often known as Katie, appeared in the TV series Geordie Hospital. The 50 year old ex-army officer was last seen in the Newcastle area on early Thursday afternoon.

Police issued a detailed description and said searches are being carried out, adding they were 'growing increasingly concerned for her welfare'

Katherine Watson, often known as Katie, appeared in the TV series Geordie Hospital. The 50-year-old ex-army officer was last seen in the Newcastle area on early Thursday afternoon

Police said a body found has been found in the search for Channel 4 star Katherine Watson - we'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

Katherine Watson was reported missing on Thursday afternoon, and a body was sadly found in Jesmond Dene on Friday morning