Man charged over death of mother last seen almost a year ago
A 39-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with the death of Khasha Smith.
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Your support makes all the difference.Police have charged a man in connection with the death of a mother who was last seen almost a year ago.
Khasha Smith, 35, was last seen on a FaceTime call with a friend on October 10 2023.
The mother-of-three, from Calder, Edinburgh, was reported missing in January.
A 39-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with her death. He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.
Police said that following extensive inquiries, Ms Smith is believed to be dead, however, her body has not been found.
Extensive inquiries remain ongoing to trace Khasha
Detective chief inspector Bob Williamson, of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, is continuing to appeal for information.
He said: “Our thoughts remain 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 inquiries 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. Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.