Police Scotland issues fresh appeal in search for missing man who vanished two years ago

Thursday, 30 July 2026 13:06

Police have issued a fresh appeal in the search for a missing man who vanished two years ago.

Kevin Young, 41, travelled by bus from Dundee to Wishaw on Tuesday 30 July 2024 and has never been heard from since.

The last confirmed sighting was in the Glasgow Road area of the North Lanarkshire town.

Police Scotland said there have been potential sightings of Mr Young up until November 2024, when he may have travelled back to Dundee.

Despite continued extensive searches, no sightings have been reported since.

In a statement released through the force on Thursday, Mr Young's brother said: "Someone must know something about where my brother is, or where he was last seen.

"I truly don't believe that my brother would be able to stay away this long without contact to, or from, anyone.

"If anyone has any information at all please contact the police."

Mr Young is described as around 5ft 9in tall, and at the time of going missing was of medium build with short brown hair.

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Inspector Jim Mutter said: "It is now two years since Kevin was last seen, and I have concerns for his safety and welfare.

"I continue to appeal to anyone who has any information about Kevin's disappearance, whether that be since he was reported missing or from before he disappeared, to get in touch with officers.

"Kevin is from Dundee and was known to regularly visit the city, despite living in Wishaw where he was also well known.

"It is unusual for Kevin not to be in contact with his friends and family for such a long time and I know that his family are desperate for some information that would answer their questions on his disappearance.

"I would also appeal to Kevin, if you are reading this, please contact police or your family."

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