A search for a missing Kilmarnock hillwalker has ended in tragedy after a body was discovered in Glencoe.
Police today confirmed that Neil Gillingham's body had been recovered on Stob Coire Sgreamhach after a massive search was launched last Sunday afternoon.
The 43-year-old was planning to walk a route from the Hidden Valley car park to Bidean Nam Bian and Stob Coire Nam Beith before descending to the Lost Valley.
Neil was out with his beloved black and white springer spaniel, Cooper, who had been traced earlier this week.
However. there was no news on his owner until this afternoon's development.
In a statement Highlands & Islands police said: "We can confirm that a body recovered on Stob Coire Sgreamhach in Glencoe has been identified as missing hill walker Neil Gillingham.
"Neil’s family have been made aware and are being supported by officers. They have asked for privacy.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious and, as with all sudden deaths, a report will be sent to the procurator fiscal."
Sergeant Keith Almond added: “Our thoughts are with Neil’s family at what is a very difficult time for them.
"Officers would like to pass on their thanks to the mountain rescue teams, HM Coastguard helicopter crews and members of the public who assisted with the searches.
"We would also like to thank all those who shared and responded to our appeal."
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