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Khasha Smith: Man charged in death of Edinburgh mother, last seen almost a year ago

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Khasha Smith: Man charged in death of Edinburgh mother, last seen almost a year ago

A 39-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a mother who was last seen almost a year ago.

Khasha Smith, who was 35 when she disappeared, was last seen alive and well during a FaceTime call with a friend on October 10, 2023.

The mother-of-three, from Calder, Edinburgh, was reported missing in January by her family, who described her as a “brilliant mother”, after they had not heard from her since November.

A 39-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with her death and is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.

Police report that after extensive investigation, it is believed that Mrs. Smith is dead. However, her body has not yet been found.

Khasha’s family is “devastated”, said police, who said they will “find answers for them”.

Khasha’s mother Nicola Neil said in March that she is a “brilliant mother” who is “loved by all of our immediate family”.

Calley Smith, Khasha’s 18-year-old daughter, said at the time: “We miss her so much. We want nothing more than for my mom to come through the door and give her a big hug. It feels like I’m living the worst dream I could ever imagine.”

The teen said Khasha “never misses” her birthdays and those of her other daughters, but this year Calley has heard “nothing at all” from her mother.

Dogs, an underwater unit and specialized search agents are among the national resources deployed since January to find Khasha.

Police are asking anyone with information about the case to contact them.

Detective Chief Inspector Bob Williamson of the Scottish Police, from the Major Investigation Team, continues to appeal for more information.

He said: “Our thoughts are with Khasha’s family at this extremely difficult time and they continue to be supported by specialist officers.

“It is understandable that they are devastated and it is vital that we find answers for them.

“Extensive investigations into Khasha are ongoing and I would like to once again encourage anyone with information regarding her disappearance to contact police as soon as possible.

“Every piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is, can be vital. So please contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Scottish Police on 101, quoting incident number 3915 of 5 January. You can also pass your information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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