Police have asked the public to check gardens, sheds, and outbuildings in an effort to find Ruth Hannah.
20:38, 30 Oct 2025Updated 21:02, 30 Oct 2025
Ruth Hannah last seen at a supermarket.(Image: Police Scotland)
Officers have launched an urgent plea to help find an 80-year-old woman reported missing from the Bruntsfield area of Edinburgh.
Ruth Hannah was last seen around 10.55am on Thursday, October 30, at a supermarket on Colinton Road.
She is described as around 5ft 4in tall, of average build, with short dark hair and glasses.
When last seen, Ruth was wearing a dark-coloured coat, a grey jumper, black trousers, and black shoes. She was also carrying a shoulder bag with a long strap.
Inspector Caroline Herbert said: “Concerns are growing for Ruth’s welfare and it is important we make sure she is safe and well.
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“We are asking anyone who has seen Ruth or knows where she might be to get in touch. Please also check gardens and sheds in case she has sought shelter.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2329 of Thursday, 30 October, 2025.