POLICE in the Scottish Borders are becoming “increasingly concerned” about the welfare of a missing teenager.

Officers have issued an appeal for information to help trace 16-year-old Border Telegraph: Youssef Hendawi from Galashiels.Youssef Hendawi from Galashiels. (Image: Police Scotland)

 

He was last seen at Albert Place in the town around 10.30am on Friday September 30 2022.

He is described as being 5ft 10 inches tall and was wearing a blue and gold puffer style jacket.

Inspector Rachel Campbell, Melrose Police Station said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for Youssef and we would appeal to anyone who knows where he is to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting 3844 of Sunday, 2 October, 2022.”