The search for missing Perth mother Ellie Morrison has taken a grim turn as police reveal disturbing new details about her mysterious disappearance. The 38-year-old healthcare worker vanished without trace outside Perth Royal Infirmary, leaving behind a devastated family and a community gripped by concern.
The Last Sighting
Ellie was last seen on Tuesday afternoon in the hospital car park, where she had reportedly attended a routine appointment. CCTV footage shows her leaving the building alone, but what happened next remains a complete mystery that has baffled investigators.
Police Break Their Silence
Detective Inspector Sarah Campbell, leading the investigation, delivered an emotional update: "This is completely out of character for Ellie. She's a devoted mother who would never willingly abandon her children. We're treating this disappearance with the utmost seriousness."
Critical New Evidence
Police have confirmed they've recovered several personal items belonging to Ellie near the hospital grounds. While officers remain tight-lipped about the exact nature of these findings, sources suggest they paint a concerning picture of her final moments before vanishing.
A Family's Desperate Plea
Ellie's husband, Michael Morrison, fought back tears as he appealed for public help: "Our children are asking when Mummy is coming home. We just want her back safe. If anyone saw anything, anything at all, please contact the police."
Community Search Intensifies
Local volunteers have joined specialist search teams scouring the area around the hospital and nearby River Tay. The community has rallied around the Morrison family, with hundreds participating in coordinated searches and distributing missing person posters.
What We Know About That Fateful Day
- Ellie attended a scheduled appointment at Perth Royal Infirmary
- She was captured on CCTV leaving the hospital around 2:30 PM
- Her mobile phone has been switched off since her disappearance
- No financial transactions have occurred on her accounts
- She left behind all personal belongings except what she was carrying
As the investigation continues, police are urging anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward immediately. The mystery of what happened to Ellie Morrison deepens with each passing hour, leaving a community praying for her safe return.
