Police ScotlandA search is under way for a missing ten-year-old schoolboy from South Lanarkshire.
Cole Gallacher was last seen in the Whistleberry Wynd area of Hamilton at around 9.30am on Tuesday.
He is white, 4ft 8in, with brown/blonde hair which is permed on top and short at the sides.
When last seen, he was wearing black school trousers, a black waterproof Zavetti jacket, and pink and black Nike trainers.
Police have urged people to check their sheds and outbuildings in case he has taken shelter.
Inspector Colin Thapar said: “We are growing concerned for Cole’s welfare and are urgently trying to trace him to ensure he’s safe and well.
“Officers are carrying out a number of inquiries but I’m also asking for the public’s help.
“Have you seen Cole and do you have any information on where he might be? If you do, please come forward.
“I am also asking people to check their sheds and outbuildings in case he’s taken shelter there.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 0984 of March 24.
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