Continued appeal to trace teenager missing in Stornoway

Searches are continuing in Stornoway for missing teenager Aleksandr Benga.

The 16-year-old was last seen around 8.45am on Monday, 18 November, 2024 near to the water wheel in the grounds of Lews Castle.

Officers have issued two new photographs of Aleksandr. He is described as 6ft 2ins tall, of slim build with short brown hair. When last seen, he was wearing a beige jumper and black jeans. He may also have a red jacket and a yellow beanie hat.

Specialist search officers from Aberdeen and Inverness have travelled to the island to assist with the ongoing extensive searches. Support is also being provided by partner agencies.

Inspector David Hall said: “We are continuing to appeal for the help of the public in tracing Aleksandr, who has now been missing for over 96 hours.

"We have been reviewing CCTV and footage provided by members of the public and we now have a better idea of Aleksandr's whereabouts prior to the sighting at the water wheel, however we still do not know where he went next.

"I urge Stornoway residents to check any outbuildings and sheds you may have in case he has sought shelter from the cold.

"I would also ask anyone with private CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to please review it and contact us if you think you’ve captured him passing.

"We are very concerned for this young man's welfare. Aleksandr, if you see this, please get in touch with us and let us know you are safe."

If you have any information on Aleksandr's whereabouts, contact Police Scotland via 101 as soon as possible, quoting incident 0803 of 18 November, 2024.