Police launch search for missing man, 53, last seen in the Gyle area of Edinburgh

Police have launched a search for a missing man from Edinburgh. Christopher Rodger was last seen in the Gyle area of the city at around 9am on Friday morning.

The 53-year-old is described as being around 5ft 10in in height, of slim build,with short dark hair. Police said he was last seen wearing a khaki bucket hat, a khaki jacket, a black t-shirt, black trousers and white trainers.

Images released by Police Scotland show Christopher in a khaki bucket hat and khaki jacket | Police Scotland

He is known to frequent the meadows are of the city centre.

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Now police are asking anyone who has seen Christopher, or who has any information about his whereabouts, to contact them.

Inspector George Nisbet said: “It is unusual for Christopher not to be in touch with his family and as time passes concerns are growing.

“I am appealing for anyone who has seen Christopher or who has any information on his whereabouts to contact us.

“I would also ask anyone who was in the area who may have dash cam or private CCTV footage which could assist to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 3889 of 29 May, 2026.