Urgent Search Underway for Missing 72-Year-Old Man in Edinburgh

Police have launched an urgent appeal after 72-year-old Brian Johnstone vanished from South Gyle, Edinburgh. Authorities are “extremely concerned” for his welfare.

Last Seen Sunday Morning in South Gyle

Brian was last spotted around 10.45am on Sunday, 15 February 2026. His disappearance is described as out of character, prompting a swift and wide-reaching search.

Description and Search Efforts

  • Brian Johnstone is approximately 6ft tall and bald.
  • Clothing details from the time of disappearance remain unknown.
  • Specialist teams, police officers, partner agencies, and volunteers are all combing the local area.
  • Social media appeals are also spreading the word to help locate him.

Police Plea: Stay Alert and Report Any Sightings

“We are becoming increasingly concerned for Brian’s welfare and are asking anyone who may have seen him, or who has any information about his whereabouts, to contact police as soon as possible,” said a Police Scotland spokesperson.

If you have information, contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1413 of 15 February. In an emergency, always dial 999.

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