Police name Black Isle fisherman reported missing overboard near Orkney
A fisherman reported missing overboard has been named by police.
A fisherman reported missing overboard has been named by police.
Craig Reid, 25, from Inverness, Highlands, went overboard from the fishing boat some 20 miles north-west of Orkney at about 7am on Monday.
Coastguard search-and-rescue helicopters were joined by French and American aircraft, in Scotland for Europe's largest war games exercise, in searching for Mr Reid in rough weather and heavy seas.
Detective Inspector Scott MacDonald said: 'I would like to thank all those who have assisted in the search efforts so far. Sadly, Mr Reid has not been found.
"My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. A full joint investigation is to be carried out between Police Scotland and the Marine Accident Investigation Branch."