Three found dead following Highland hillwalk
They were discovered near Aonach Eagach ridge having failed to return from their walk
Last updated 8th Aug 2023
Three hillwalkers have been found dead after failing to return from a walk in Glencoe in the Highlands, Police Scotland have said.
It follows a search operation, with the trio late to return with efforts led by coastguard and mountain rescue late Saturday night.
A report's being submitted to the Procurator Fiscal, although Police say there are no suspicious circumstances.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We were made aware of concern for a group of three hillwalkers who had not returned from the Aonach Eagach ridge in Glencoe shortly after 9.05pm on Saturday, August 5th.
"A search was carried out and the bodies of three people were found. HM Coastguard as well as Glencoe and RAF mountain rescue teams assisted with the recovery operation.
"There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."
The Aonach Eagach ridge is very narrow and can cause difficult for walkers if caught in bad conditions.