Police in West Lothian are continuing to appeal for the help of the public to trace Richie Potts, 28, who has been reported missing.
He was last seen around 1.15pm on Friday, 7 August, 2026, on Nigel Rise, Dedridge, Livingston, and was reported missing on Tuesday, 18 August, 2026.
He is described as around 5ft 6ins tall, of medium build, with short light brown hair. When last seen, Richie was wearing a grey zip-up top, two-tone grey trousers and black trainers.
He has contacts around West Lothian but may have also travelled to Glasgow.
Inspector Kylie Barnard said: “Enquiries remain ongoing to trace Richie, and I am continuing to appeal to the public for any information that could assist in tracing him safely.
“If anyone has seen Richie, or someone matching his description, please get in touch with police.
“I’d also appeal to those in the Livingston area where Richie was last seen to review any private CCTV footage to see if it has captured anyone matching his description.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1460 of 18 August, 2026.
Police Scotland update 1pm 2 September 2026: “Richie Potts, who had been reported missing from West Lothian, has been traced.
“Thanks to those who shared our earlier appeal.”
