Missing north man traced safe and well

Police Scotland have confirmed that George McGowan, who had been reported missing in the Golspie area, has been traced.

The 77-year-old has been found safe and well in the local area.

Chief Inspector Jamie Wilson said today (Tuesday, July 28): "We are grateful to all of the public volunteers who helped with our enquiries, as well as our partners from Assynt Mountain Rescue Team, HM Coastguard, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and SARDA for their assistance with searches overnight and into today."

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