Police believe a missing Peterhead teenager may have travelled to Edinburgh on the bus as they launch a frantic public appeal to trace her whereabouts.
Ethanie Labandia, 17, was last spotted around 8am in the Skelton Street area of Peterhead on Monday, April 17. She did not attend school and has not been seen since.
Officers believe she may have travelled to the capital on the bus and have asked locals to keep vigilant. Ethanie is described as around 5ft 2ins, of slim build with long, dark hair. When last seen she was wearing a white shirt and dark trousers.
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Sergeant Gary Johnston said: “Ethanie did not attend school as expected and concerns are growing for her welfare. She may have travelled to Edinburgh by bus.
“We are asking anyone who has seen Ethanie or knows where she might be to get in touch. If Ethanie becomes aware of this appeal then I would urge her to call us or get in touch with her family so we know she is safe and well."
Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 1461 of Monday, 17 April, 2023.
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