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Police A new appeal is being launched for information on the case of missing teenafter a year by his disappearance,
Alexander Benga, now 17, was reported missing In Stornoway On Monday 18 November 2024. he was last seen CCTV near the water wheel in the grounds of Lewis Castle in Scotland at around 8.45am.
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Police described Alexander as being 6 feet 2 inches tall with a slim build and short brown hair.
When last seen, he was wearing a beige jumper and black jeans and a yellow beanie hat, they said.
He was also wearing a red jacket, which was later recovered during search activity in Seaforth Road, Stornoway.
At that time, an extensive search was conducted with the assistance of local and national resources, specialist search consultants, police dogs and police mountain rescue teams, as well as the Coast Guard and community volunteers.
Inspector Euan Cowan of Police Scotland said: “It has now been a year since Alexander was last seen, and we recognize how difficult this has been for his family and friends.
“Despite extensive searches and inquiries by specialist teams and partner agencies, Alexander remains missing. We will continue to review all available information and act on any new information that emerges.
“I would again urge anyone who has not yet spoken to police, or who may have even the smallest information, to get in touch. No detail is too small and [it] Can assist us with our enquiries.
“Alexander’s family would like to express their gratitude to everyone who has offered help and support over the past year, and ask that their privacy be respected.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0803 of 18 November 2024.
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