Missing Edinburgh Girls

Police in the capital are growing increasingly concerned for two missing teenagers.

Shanice Henry and Paris Rankin, who are both 14 years old, haven't been seen since Hogmanay.

Shanice was seen in the Moredun area of Edinburgh around 10.10am as she walked to the local shops on Wednesday, Paris was sighted in the Gracemount area around 12pm on the same day and was heading towards Princes Street.

Officers believe both girls had planned to attend the Hogmanay Street Party.

Inspector Jonny Elliot said: "Both Shanice and Paris are very confident young women who know the Edinburgh area well and are happy to travel independently throughout the city.

"Nevertheless, it has been almost one week since they were last seen and we are eager to establish their whereabouts as soon as possible to ensure they are safe and well.

"We believe the girls may be together and would urge anyone who sees them or who has information that can assist us in locating them to contact police immediately.

"In addition I would ask Shanice and Paris to make contact with family, friends, or with ourselves to let us know they are alright."

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101.