Probe launched after woman found dead in riverside flat

Officers were called to a report of concern for a person at around 12.40pm on Wednesday in Angus.

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A probe has been launched into the death of a woman found in an Angus flat by the River South Esk.

Officers were called to a report of concern for a person at around 12.40pm on Wednesday, at a flat on River Street in Brechin.

A 35-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene and cause of death is currently unknown as police enquiries continue.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We were called to River Street, Brechin at around 12.40pm on Wednesday, 27 July, 2022 following a report of concern for a person.

“A 35-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and a reports will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.”

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