The mother of a young woman who went missing in Perth last week has issued a plea for the public’s help on her daughter’s birthday.
Curtin University student Tahlia Prior was last seen on Mills Street in Bentley in the city’s southern suburbs at 5pm on Friday, July 26.
There are serious concerns for Prior’s welfare as she is without a phone and wallet.
Her mother Cindy Prior has appealed for the public’s help to find her “intelligent, caring and friendly” daughter.
“It’s Tahlia’s birthday today and we’re really missing her on her special day,” she said.
“We think Tahlia is quite vulnerable at the moment and we’re pleading to the public for any information.
“Like anyone, Tahlia has her ups and downs but overall she is happy and outgoing.”
Prior has been described as about 174cm tall with a medium build, brown hair and brown eyes.
She was last seen wearing a dark jumper, light blue pants and black sneakers.
Police have released CCTV of the last sighting of Prior as their investigation continues.
“Police have made extensive enquiries to locate Tahlia,” WA Police senior sergeant Trisha Stjepic said.
“Several ground and air assets have been assigned to the search.
“Tahlia has been missing for several days and we urgently require public assistance to help get a clearer picture of her movements at this time.”
“Public assistance is always greatly appreciated and we thank the community for the help they’ve provided so far.
“A social media post has been shared several hundred times and we’ve already received valuable information.”
Police and family have serious concerns for her welfare.
Anyone who sees Prior or has any information about her whereabouts should call police on 131 444.
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