Missing boy, 15, spotted in Edinburgh McDonald's

Hamid Iqbal went missing from his home in Howden Hall Road one week ago.

Published 9th Oct 2017
Last updated 9th Oct 2017

Police are appealing for help finding a 15-year-old boy missing since leaving his home in south Edinburgh a week ago.

The last sighting of Hamid Iqbal of Howden Hall Road was in a branch of McDonald's on London Road at 8.15pm on Saturday evening (7th Oct).

Officers are also looking for a silver Ford Focus with the reg number SV09 EYA.

The teenager has not been in contact with family since being reported missing and officers are keen to establish his current whereabouts.

Hamid is described as being Asian, 5ft 3ins tall with a slim build and short dark hair.

He was last seen wearing a dark hooded top, blue jeans and dark Adidas trainers.

Inspector Keith Fairbairn from Craigmillar Police Station said: "While we believe Hamid is not in any immediate danger, we are keen to locate him as soon as possible and return him home.

"If you know where we can find Hamid then please contact police immediately.

"I would also urge Hamid to get in touch with us so we can confirm he is safe"