Human remains found on beach identified as missing man

Human remains found on a beach in Orkney have been identified as a man missing for more than two months. 

John Mackay, 51, was reported missing from Muirtown Street in Inverness on November 8.

The remains were discovered on a beach at Dingieshowe, Orkney on December 14. 

Mr Mackay’s family have been informed and a full report has been sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

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