Police ScotlandA life raft belonging to the missing fishing vessel Kilda has been recovered off the coast of Shetland.
The raft was found after washing up at West Burrafirth on Thursday.
Searches for Norman Murray, 40, known as Tam, and Murdo Morrison, 23, and the fishing boat are ongoing.
The Kilda was last known to have been operating close to the Port of Ness in the north of the Isle of Lewis on October 13.
The body of Douglas Craigie, who was also onboard the fishing vessel, was recovered in the area around 2.45am on Wednesday, October 14.
The MAIB’s preliminary assessment into the loss of Kilda is continuing.
Inspector Neil Taylor said: “Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by this tragic incident.
“The life raft has been confirmed as belonging to the Kilda, and we will continue to work with partners, including the MAIB, Maritime and Coastguard Agency, as well as local maritime experts, to locate the vessel and the two missing men.
“Please be assured we are doing all we can, and we are grateful for the support of all of our partners.”
The families of all of the men continue to ask for their privacy to be respected.
If you have any concerns or information, please call 101, quoting reference 3575 of October 13.
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