A 16-year-old boy has been reported missing from Wester Hailes in Edinburgh, prompting an urgent appeal from Police Scotland.

The search is intensifying for Kyle Franka 16-year-old boy who has been missing from the Wester Hailes area of Edinburgh since Monday evening. Police Scotland has issued an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating the teenager, whose disappearance has raised growing concerns among authorities and the community.
Kyle was last spotted around 6:30 PM on June 15, 2026in the Wester Hailes neighborhood. Described as having a slim buildblonde hairand a pale complexionhe stands approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black North Face jacket with black sleeves and a blue hood, paired with black trousers and blue trainers.
Police Appeal for Information and CCTV Footage
Inspector Caroline Herbert of Police Scotland has expressed increasing worry as time passes without any trace of Kyle. She is urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward. “As time passes, our concerns are growing,” she stated, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in the search effort.
Inspector Herbert also highlighted the potential value of dash cam or private CCTV footage that could provide crucial leads. “I would also ask anyone who may have dash cam or private CCTV footage which could assist to get in touch,” she added, encouraging residents to share any relevant information they might have.
Known Frequented Areas and Community Involvement
Kyle is known to frequently visit not only Wester Hailes but also the neighboring areas of Craigmillar and Portobello. Police are focusing their efforts in these locations, hoping that someone in these communities may have seen him or have information that could help in the search.
The appeal has garnered attention from local residents and organizations, who are rallying together to support the search efforts. Community groups and local businesses are sharing the information widely, hoping to reach as many people as possible. The collective effort underscores the strong sense of community in Edinburgh and the determination to bring Kyle home safely.
Anyone with information about Kyle’s whereabouts is asked to contact Police Scotland by dialing 101 and quoting reference number 2946 from June 10, 2026. Every piece of information, no matter how small, could be vital in locating the missing teenager.
