Authorities confirm safety of Scottish tourist who left hotel voluntarily

Friday 01 - 13:52

By: Dakir Madiha

Authorities confirm safety of Scottish tourist who left hotel voluntarily

Local law enforcement in Agadir has successfully located Rachel Kerr, a Scottish travel influencer whose reported disappearance had prompted significant international concern. Following an investigation by the police prefecture, authorities determined that Kerr had departed her hotel of her own volition. Officials explicitly stated that there is no evidence to suggest she was subjected to any violence, threats, or criminal activity during her stay in the city.

The investigation utilized national security databases to verify the identity and movements of the tourist, who officially entered Morocco on March 30. Records confirm that she remains in the country under normal conditions and has maintained communication with her brother, who arrived in Morocco on April 22 and successfully made contact with her in Agadir. These findings contrast with earlier concerns raised by the tourist’s family, who had reported that her phone was inactive following her checkout from a hotel last week.

Prior to the official update from local authorities, members of the public and international media had circulated appeals for information regarding her whereabouts. A representative from the British government had initially indicated that officials were providing support to the family of a missing woman, highlighting the attention the case received from international observers. Despite the initial alarm, police reports confirm that the situation did not involve any safety risks.

Morocco continues to be recognized as a prominent destination for international travelers, hosting nearly 20 million visitors annually. The country maintains a reputation for stability and safety, ranking high on various international indices regarding tourism security. National authorities have emphasized their commitment to ongoing cooperation with international partners to ensure the welfare of all visitors within the country.