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Abbie Meehan

Mum and son reported missing by police believed to be on way to Edinburgh

A Scottish mum and son have been reported missing from Dingwall and are believed to be making their way to Edinburgh, police have confirmed.

30-year-old Linda Newlands and her son Andrew Baird, 10, were last seen in the Dingwall area around 7.40pm on Wednesday, 13 October.

Police in Dingwall are appealing for information to trace them, and they believe the duo are on their way to the capital.

Linda is described as being 5ft 2 with a stocky build and long red hair.

When last seen, she was wearing red glasses, green trousers, a long black coat and trainers.

Andrew is described as being 5ft with a stocky build and dark brown hair. When last seen, he was wearing a black hoody, black tracksuit bottoms and black trainers.

Linda, 30, is believed to have taken her son in the direction of Edinburgh after going missing on Wednesday, October 13. (Police Scotland)
Andrew is said to have travelled with his mum to the capital. (Police Scotland)

As time passes, officers are growing more concerned for the pair’s welfare.

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They are believed to still be in the Highlands, however enquiries suggest they may have made their way to Edinburgh.

Sergeant Rhys Reid said: “We are appealing for anyone with information on Linda and Andrew’s whereabouts to come forward and contact police as soon as they can.

“If you believe you have seen them, or know where they are, please call 101, quoting incident 3596 of 14 October.”

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