Body found near beauty spot in Perth

Officers say there's no suspicious circumstances.

Police say their investigations are at an early stage.
Author: Kara ConwayPublished 3rd Feb 2023
Last updated 4th Feb 2023

Police are investigating after a body was found near a beauty spot in Perth.

The discovery was made around lunchtime yesterday afternoon.

A police spokesperson told Tay News:

“Around 1pm on Friday, 3 February, 2023, police were called to the Kinnoull Hill area of Perth, following the discovery of a body.

"There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances.

"Formal identification has yet to take place, but the family of John Baikie, who was reported missing in May 2022, have been informed.”

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