Man's body found after pregnant teacher killed in Glasgow

A man's body has been found during the search for a murder suspect linked with the death of a Glasgow teacher.

He is yet to be formally identified, but it is believed to be David Yates who was the partner of Marelle Sturrock.

The pregnant Sandwood Primary teacher, originally from Wick in Caithness, was murdered as her body was found in a property on Jura Street earlier this week.

36-year-old Yates was wanted in connection with Marelle's murder, as officers confirm a man's body was found at the Mugdock Reservoir today following a mass search operation.

An investigation remains ongoing but nothing has been established so far to suggest anyone else was involved in Ms Sturrock's death, police said.

Detective Superintendent Nicola Kilbane said: "Our thoughts are with Marelle's family and friends, along with everyone affected by this tragedy.

"We are providing her family with specialist support at this incredibly difficult time."

Police Scotland confirmed the death of Marelle Sturrock, 35, in Glasgow on Tuesday is being treated as murder.

She was 29 weeks pregnant and her unborn baby did not survive.

The headteacher at Sandwood Primary School in Glasgow, where Ms Sturrock worked, said the community is "devastated".

Fiona Donnelly said: "Marelle has been a much-loved member of our school community since her probationary year more than six years ago and has taught many year groups throughout her time at the school.

"We will all miss her so much.

"She was a lovely, kind, diligent and considerate person who loved and made time for everyone.

"Marelle used her artistic talents across the school and was our music champion who has been a key player in the success of our school choirs, with one of her classes going to see her on stage at The King's (Theatre) in one of her many acting roles outside of school.

"We are a school community in mourning and are devasted by the tragic news of her death and pass on our deepest condolences to her family and friends as we all come to terms with our loss."

Parents at the school were told of the death in a letter on Wednesday and education psychologists are on hand to support pupils.

Ms Sturrock moved to Glasgow when she was 17 to pursue a career in the performing arts.

She became a primary school teacher after completing a postgraduate diploma in education.

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