Australian backpacker Jessica missing in London

london - Backpacker Jessica went missing in London, colleagues received a cryptic message from her phone.

The 29-year-old Jessica Parkinson was last seen on December 8 at Christopher’s Inn hostel. After sending a cryptic text message, nothing has been heard from the Australian. Her father immediately raised the alarm.

Three days later, when she didn't show up for work at Texas Joes restaurant, the restaurant manager sent a message. She replied saying she'd arrive in an hour, but never showed up. 'And that was unusual, because Jessica was very punctual,' the manager told English media. Colleagues received a strange absence message. The restaurant manager called the police, who informed him that the father was already looking for her.

Colleagues mentioned she had previously expressed a desire to return to Australia. However, her passport has not been used at any border crossings.