Police launch search for teenage girl missing from Glasgow
Police are searching for a teenage girl who vanished from the Pollock area of Glasgow.
Larissa Johnston, also known as Lara, was last seen at around 6.10pm on Sunday, July 13 in Glenmill Crescent.
She is described as 5ft 5ins, of slim build with brown hair.
When last seen she was believed to be wearing a black knee length jacket, black lace up knee high boots, stone colooured trousers and a red/orange jumper.
Inspector Alyssa Fullelove-McCann said: 'Our enquiries to trace Lara are ongoing, and I am appealing to anyone who has seen Lara or has any information about her whereabouts to contact us.
'Concerns are growing for Lara's welfare, and we are keen to trace her as soon as possible to ensure she is safe. 'I would also appeal to Lara directly – if you see this, please get in touch.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3061 of 13 July, 2025.
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It comes as a frantic search was launched in an effort to trace a Scots pensioner who went missing three days ago.
Henry Nicol was last seen on Friday night, July 11, at around 7:15pm in Dee Avenue, Renfrewshire.
Cops have described Henry as 5ft 9inches, of medium build.
He is also clean shaven or may have light stubble with grey/white hair. Inspector Derek Scrimgour said: 'As time goes on, we are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of Henry. 'I would again ask residents who live in the local area to check any outbuildings, sheds or covered areas in case Henry has sought shelter there. 'Footage captured on private CCTV or doorbell cameras is crucial.
"I would ask local householders and businesses to review it and please let us know if there is anything that can assist our enquiries. "Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.
"They should quote incident number 1224 of Saturday, 12 July, 2024."
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