UK UK - Khasha Smith, 35, Edinburgh, 4 November 2023

[Crofmmv]

has there been any updates on this?

 

[Lucy6226]

The Edinburgh police post from January was shared in May stating she was still missing It seems police and social media have forgotten about her, I hope the family get some answers

 

[chimpface]

I'd imagine the investigation is quietly going on in the background. It very much sounds like she's no longer alive unfortunately.

 

[Smccat]

I'd imagine the investigation is quietly going on in the background. It very much sounds like she's no longer alive unfortunately.

So sad it’s just such a strange one. In terms of news / traction / updates

 

[Crofmmv]

This is the most recent article I could find but still no news to update.

Family of missing woman issue appeal as police confirm ‘extensive enquiries are ongoing’.

 

[StillDiggin]

More searches for Khasha
Officers conducting enquiries to locate missing woman Khasha Smith began searching an area off Calder Road in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 4 September, 2024.

The work includes specialist search trained officers as part of the investigation to locate Khasha who went missing almost a year ago, aged 35.

Extensive enquiries have been carried out but Khasha is still a missing person. We are continuing to support her family throughout this time.

Khasha was last seen to be safe and well on Tuesday, 10 October, 2023. She has never gone missing before.

She is around 5ft, of slim build, with blue eyes and long, blonde hair. She also has tattoos, one which is visible on her right wrist and says ‘Forever’.

Detective Chief Inspector Bob Williamson said: “We continue to follow up several lines of enquiry and are working to find answers for Khasha’s family.

“As with every missing person inquiry, all aspects of Khasha’s life have been, and continue to be, explored. We know she would never miss events such as her daughter’s birthday and Christmas, and we have to consider the possibility that she may have come to harm.

“We are constantly evaluating and exploring all the information we have and remain open minded. We are doing everything we can to find her.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 3915 of 5 January 2024.

Khasha Smith: Detectives continue to delve into life of missing Edinburgh mum who was last seen almost a year ago

Khasha Smith was reported missing from Edinburgh on 5 January. She was last seen to be safe and well during a FaceTime call with a friend on 10 October last year. Her mum, Nicola Neil, says the family are "all sick with worry" and "living a nightmare".

news.sky.com

 

[whiteangel123*]

I’m assuming Police have received new information and that is why they are searching the area again?

 

[jiminy]

I would think so. They searched that area previously.

 

[StillDiggin]

Some pics of the search

Specialist Edinburgh police search woodland area for missing mum Khasha Smith

Nearly one year on from Khasha's disappearance, police continue to explore every possibility and were spotted searching a woodland area in the west of the capital on Wednesday

www.edinburghlive.co.uk

 

[Smccat]

I’m assuming Police have received new information and that is why they are searching the area again?

Hope so.

 

[jiminy]

Arrest!

 

[JMLx]

Man arrested as cops say missing Edinburgh mum is 'believed to be dead'

 

[jiminy]

Arrested man is 39 according to the BBC. That's the only extra info. Man arrested over death of missing Khasha Smith

I hope that, since it took so long to make an arrest, they have enough to charge.

 

[Bluebear15]

I hope her body is found soon, so her family can lay her to rest.

 

[Lucy6226]

Excellent news after such a long time, really hope she can be found and laid to rest

 

[whiteangel123*]

Arrested man is 39 according to the BBC. That's the only extra info. Man arrested over death of missing Khasha Smith

I hope that, since it took so long to make an arrest, they have enough to charge.

I really hope so. This is so sad.

 

[StillDiggin]

charged but no name still released
A man arrested by detectives investigating the disappearance of Khasha Smith has been charged.

Khasha, of Edinburgh, was last seen to be safe and well on a FaceTime call on Tuesday, 10 October, 2023, aged 35.

Following extensive enquiries, Khasha is believed to be dead. However, her body is yet to be found.

A 39-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with her death.

He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 9 September, 2024.

Khasha’s family have been made aware and have asked that their privacy is respected.

Detective Chief Inspector Bob Williamson, of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, is appealing to the public for information.

He said: "Our thoughts remain with Khasha's family at this extremely difficult time and they continue to be supported by specialist officers.

“They are understandably devastated and it is vital we get answers for them.

"Extensive enquiries remain ongoing to trace Khasha and I would again encourage anyone with any information regarding her disappearance to contact police, as a matter of urgency.

“Any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is, could prove vital, so please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3915 of 5 January 2024.

Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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[Sall2021]

So glad he’s been charged. Hope he does the right thing and reveals where her body is.

 

[Dotta]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1832396060095906069

 

[Sarahlou]

Anyone have any idea why they haven't named him?
I'm glad there's been a charge.