Concerns are growing for a lady missing out on in the Borders. Jacqueline Trimby, 55, was last seen walking her dogs on Chay Blyth Place in Hawick in between 10 and 11am on Tuesday, August 1.
It’s thought she left her house later on that night and didn’t return. The last anybody spoken with Jacqueline was around 9pm last night, when she spoke with a member of the family on the phone.
Her car is still parked outside her house, so it is believed she might be walking or utilizing public transportation. Searches are underway in a location in between Burnfoot and Hornshole, with expert search consultants and officers from the dog branch being released.
Police state this is a popular location utilized by members of the general public and they are appealing for anybody with info to contact us.. Officers are likewise performing door-to-door queries and are collecting pertinent CCTV video and doorbell images for any ideas regarding where Jacqueline might have gone.
Inspector Billy Telford said: “Jacqueline’s family is naturally worried for her. It is totally out of character for her not to be in touch with them and they simply wish to know she is safe and well.
“This is a popular area for walkers, runners and dog walkers and it’s possible Jacqueline was seen by someone on their daily walk. If anyone has seen her or has any information as to where she might be, please contact us as soon as possible.”
Anyone with info is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, pricing quote occurrence number 4014 of August 1, 2023.
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