Plea for Carmen information

Carmen Thomas. Photo / Supplied

Police investigating the disappearance of Auckland mother Carmen Thomas are urging anyone with information about the case to contact them.

Ms Thomas is believed to have been murdered and hidden in bush on the fringes of Auckland.

This week, police focused inquiries on Whitford, near the Hunua Ranges, between Auckland and Hamilton.

It is understood other bush areas in the region are likely to be checked.

* Can you help? Anyone with information about the case can phone 0800 KEPPEL (0800-537-735), email whereiscarmen@police.govt.nz or call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800-555-111.