Police believed Aberfeldy man death was "medical related"
Initial assessments suggested Brian Low, who was shot, was also "non-suspicious"
Last updated 28th Feb 2024
Police say they believed the death of a former groundskeeper in Aberfeldy was “non-suspicious” and “medical-related”.
However, after a postmortem examination, carried out six days after the attack on Brian Low, it was revealed the 65 year-old was in fact shot.
Brian was walking his black Labrador in the Pitlie area around 8.30am on February 17 when it happened.
A murder investigation has since been launched and Brian’s next of kin were made aware on Saturday about the significant update in the case.
Detective Chief Inspector Martin Macdougall, of the Major Investigation Team, said: “Brian’s family continue to be supported by specialist officers and have asked for their privacy to be respected as they come to terms with what has happened.
"Since criminality was established on Friday evening, the MITs have carried out a number of lines of enquiry and we are keeping an open mind as to the motive in this case.
“We are now turning to the public for information
"Aberfeldy is a remote area with close knit community.
“Anything unusual would stand out.
“I am asking anyone with information, if you noticed anything out of the ordinary or heard anything of concern, to please contact us.”
Police investigation continuing in Aberfeldy
Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries in the Aberfeldy area.
Local Area Commander Greg Burns said:
“I understand this is an extremely concerning incident for a small, rural community but please be assured we are doing all we can to piece together the full circumstances and find whoever is responsible.
“High visibility patrols remain in the area and there will be an increased police presence as the investigation continues. We are working closely with the Major Investigation Team, and part of our enquiries.
“This includes officers going door-to-door and I would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to them.”
Police can be contacted by calling 101 and quoting reference number 0884 of Saturday, 17 February 2024. Alternatively, information can be submitted via the MIPP link above. Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
A Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) link has also been set up which allows the public to submit information directly to the inquiry team, based at the Scottish Crime Campus.
This can be found here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT24S04-PO1