Boy, 10, missing from Lanarkshire town as cops issue frantic appeal

Cole Gallacher, aged 10, disappeared around seven hours ago and has not made contact with loved ones since.

A young boy has gone missing from a town in Lanarkshire, sparking a frantic police appeal. Cole Gallacher, aged 10, disappeared from Whistleberry Wynd in Hamilton at around 9.30am on Tuesday, March 24.

Cole has failed to make contact with loved ones for seven hours now, and worries are mounting for his safety. He is described as white, 4ft 8in tall with brown/blonde hair which is permed on top and short at the sides.

He was wearing black school trousers, a black waterproof Zavetti jacket and pink and black Nike trainers when he vanished. Police Scotland say enquiries are underway to trace the schoolboy but members of the public are being asked to come forward if they have spotted Cole or have any insight as to where he might be.

The force is also asking residents to check sheds and outbuildings in case he has retreated from the weather and taken respite in there. Inspector Colin Thapar said: “We are growing concerned for Cole’s welfare and are urgently trying to trace him to ensure he’s safe and well.

“Officers are carrying out a number of enquiries but I’m also asking for the public’s help. Have you seen Cole and do you have any information on where he might be? If you do, please come forward.

“I am also asking people to check their sheds and outbuildings in case he’s taken shelter there.” Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 0984 of 24 March.

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