Body found in search for missing Edinburgh woman

47-year-old Averil Shepley had been missing since the 30th of September

Author: Chloe ShawPublished 17th Oct 2022
Last updated 17th Oct 2022

A body has been found by police on Cramond Island, during searches for missing 47-year-old Averil Shepley from Edinburgh.

Police made the discovery at around 2.50pm today (Monday 17th October)

No formal identification has taken place, but officers have informed the family of Averil Shepley, reported missing from the Capital.

Officers remain at the scene and police say enquiries are ongoing.

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