Missing River Averon angler named

THE angler, still missing following an overnight search in the Highlands, has been named as John Scott, 59, from Alness.

Mr Scott, 59, of Scotsburn Road, Alness, has not been seen since he left to go fishing on the River Averon on Thursday morning.

Coastguard teams joined in an overnight search involving Invergordon lifeboat and a rescue helicopter from RAF Lossiemouth.

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A spokesman for Northern Constabulary said: “Mr Scott has not been seen since he left to go fishing at 8am yesterday from his home. He is described as being 6ft 1in, of large build and he has grey hair and a goatee beard.

“Overnight Police co-ordinated a search involving lifeboats, Coastguard and the Rescue 137 helicopter. Today searches continue involving dog section and search team officers. Anyone who may have seen Mr Scott is urged to contact the Police in Alness.”