Perth appeal launched to find missing Saul Sangster: what residents need to know

demoduck.co.uk editorial team 2026-08-10 11:17 2 min read

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Police are asking the public to help trace Saul Sangster, 23, who was reported missing from Perth.

He was last seen at about 1pm on Friday, 7 August, in the Muirhall Road area. Police Scotland says officers are increasingly concerned for his welfare and want to hear from anyone who may have seen him or knows where he is.

People with information should call Police Scotland on 101 and quote reference 1647 of Friday, 7 August, 2026. Anyone who sees Saul is also being urged to contact police so officers can check that he is safe and well.

Last sighting in the Muirhall Road area

The confirmed last known location is Muirhall Road in Perth, at around 1pm on Friday, 7 August. Police have not said where Saul was heading after he was seen or released further details of his movements.

Perth appeal launched to find missing Saul Sangster: what residents need to know

Anyone passing on information can help officers by sharing the reference number alongside the confirmed time, location and description. The appeal asks for information from people who may have seen Saul or know where he is.

Description released by Police Scotland

Saul Sangster is described as 5ft 8in, of average build, with long black hair. He is believed to have been wearing a dark-coloured hoodie, grey trousers and dark shoes when he was last seen.

Police Scotland has not released any further identifying details. The description and the last-known location are the confirmed information in the public appeal.

Possible Dundee connection

Police said Saul is originally from Dundee and officers believe he may have travelled there. The appeal is therefore relevant to people in both Perth and Dundee who may have seen someone matching the description since Friday afternoon.

Constable Matthew Thomson said: “We are growing concerned for Saul’s welfare and ask anyone who may have seen him or has knowledge of his whereabouts to please contact us.”

He added: “I would appeal directly to Saul: if you see this appeal, please get in touch so we know you are safe and well.”

How to contact Police Scotland

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 1647 of Friday, 7 August, 2026. The appeal was issued by Police Scotland News and asks anyone who sees Saul, or knows where he is, to contact officers.

Source: Police Scotland News

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This report uses the details released by Police Scotland for its active missing-person appeal.

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