Man arrested following death of "much loved" family man in Ellon

Officers were called to a property in Gordon Place last night

Martin's family say he will be greatly missed
Author: Kieran BrandPublished 10th Oct 2024
Last updated 10th Oct 2024

A 44-year-old man has been arrested following the death of another man in Ellon.

Police were called to a property in Gordon Place where they found Martin Forgie around 8.35pm last night.

Teams have still to carry out a post mortem on Martin, from Maud in Aberdeenshire.

The 36-year-old’s family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, his family said: "Martin was a much loved son, brother, father, nephew, grandson and uncle.

"He will be greatly missed.

"We ask for our privacy as a family to be respected at this difficult time."

Detective Inspector Rory Campbell said: "Our thoughts remain with Mr Forgie's family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

"Officers will remain in the area while enquiries are carried out.

"Anyone with information can speak to them, call 101 quoting reference 3400 of Wednesday, 9 October, 2024 or phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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