Body found near Scots river amid search for missing pensioner

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Body Found in Search for Missing 76-Year-Old Man in Inverness-shire

A body has been discovered as part of the search for a missing 76-year-old man, Alasdair Fergusson, near the River Beauly in Inverness-shire. The tragic finding occurred on Sunday, 4 October 2026, following reports of Mr Fergusson’s disappearance from the Garden Place area of the village earlier that day at approximately 1.30am. His family has been informed about the discovery.

According to a statement from Police Scotland, formal identification of the deceased has yet to take place. However, the authorities have confirmed that they believe the death is not suspicious and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal in due course.

The search for Mr Fergusson, whose disappearance was noted as “very out of character,” has now concluded with this discovery. Police Scotland are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

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