ACT Policing has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating a missing teenager from Canberra's northern suburbs. Authorities are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 17-year-old Zaky Selim, who was last seen on Friday evening in the Gungahlin area.
Urgent Search Underway for Missing Youth
Zaky Selim has not been seen or heard from since approximately 6:30pm on Friday, January 30, according to official police statements. The disappearance has prompted an active investigation, with both law enforcement and the teenager's family expressing serious concerns about his safety and wellbeing.
Detailed Description Released
Police have provided a comprehensive physical description to aid public recognition. Zaky is described as having a Middle Eastern appearance, standing approximately 175 centimetres tall with a slim build. He has a tanned complexion, distinctive curly dark hair, and brown eyes.
The 17-year-old was last known to be in the Gungahlin region, though his current whereabouts remain unknown. ACT Policing has emphasised the importance of community assistance in such cases, noting that timely information from the public can be crucial in ensuring safe outcomes.
How to Assist Authorities
Anyone who has seen Zaky Selim since his disappearance, or who may have any information regarding his current location, is strongly urged to contact ACT Policing immediately. The dedicated police contact number for missing persons inquiries is 131 444.
Even seemingly minor details could prove valuable to investigators, so members of the public are encouraged to come forward with any relevant information, no matter how insignificant it might appear.
The disappearance highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in locating missing persons, particularly vulnerable teenagers. Community vigilance and cooperation remain essential components of successful search operations in the Australian Capital Territory.
