Body found in search for missing Edinburgh man

The family of 35 year old Robert Dickson have been informed

Author: Molly TulettPublished 6th May 2024

The body of a man has been found during the search for a missing 35 year old in Edinburgh.

Formal identification is yet to take place, but the family of Robert Dickson have been informed.

Police Scotland said the body was found in a wooded area near Forth in Lanarkshire.

Mr Dickson was last seen on Halmyre Street at lunchtime on Saturday 4 May, and police were concerned for his welfare.

They say there are no suspicious circumstances, and that a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

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