2 February 2026

Have you seen Zaky? 17-year-old missing since last week

Zaky Selim has not been seen since Friday. Photo: ACT Policing.

Police are seeking help to find a teenager who has been missing from northern Canberra since last week.

An ACT Policing spokesperson said 17-year-old Zaky Selim has not been seen or heard from since 6:30 pm Friday (30 January). He was last seen in Gungahlin.

He was still missing as of Monday morning (2 February), police said.

Zaky is described as Middle Eastern in appearance, about 175 cm tall, with a slim build, tanned complexion, curly dark hair and brown eyes.

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“Police and Zaky’s family hold concerns for his welfare and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate him,” the police spokesperson said.

If you have seen Zaky or have information regarding his whereabouts, call ACT Policing on 131 444.

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