Missing mum-of-three Khasha Smith 'believed to be dead' as police arrest man in connection

A man has been arrested in connection with the death of a mum-of-three who has been missing since October.

Khasha Smith was officially reported missing from the Calder area on January 5 but was last seen to be safe and well on a FaceTime call on October 10, aged 35.

Police have said they now believe that Khasha is dead with her body yet to be found.

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with her death as officers continue their “extensive enquiries” to trace her.

Her family have been informed.

On Wednesday, police confirmed they were searching an area in Calder Grove, near the canal, in Edinburgh for the missing mum.

The arrest is understood not to be linked to the search.

Detective Chief Inspector Bob Williamson, of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, has appealed to the public for information.

He said: “Our thoughts are very much with Khasha’s family at this extremely difficult time and they continue to be supported by specialist officers.

“They are understandably devastated and it is vital we get answers for them.

“Extensive enquiries remain ongoing to trace Khasha and I would again encourage anyone with any information regarding her disappearance to contact police, as a matter of urgency.

“Any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is, could prove vital, so please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3915 of January 5, 2024.

Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.