Cops launch frantic search to trace vulnerable woman from Irvine

Pamela was reported missing from Irvine <i>(Image: Police Scotland)</i>
Pamela was reported missing from Irvine (Image: Police Scotland)
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A frantic search has been launched to trace a vulnerable 61-year-old woman.

Pamela Robey has been reported missing from Irvine, North Ayrshire, and was last seen around 2.30pm on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in the Kilwinning Road area.

Sergeant Bradley, of Irvine police office, said: "Pamela is deemed to be vulnerable, and this is out of character for her.

"If anyone has seen Pamela or has any information or knowledge as to her whereabouts, please contact police as a matter of urgency."

Pamela is described as white, around 5ft tall, of slim build, with short brown hair, and wears glasses.

She was last seen wearing a pink and grey sweater, a red gilet, dark trousers, and dark-coloured trainers.

Pamela also has links to Catrine in East Ayrshire.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Irvine police on 101, quoting incident number 2303 of August 26, 2026.

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