Man named after fatal incident near Marykirk

A man who died after his car was swept away in water near Marykirk, can be named as Peter Pelling, 61, from Arbroath.

Around 3am on Friday, 20 October, police received a report of a man within a vehicle trapped in floodwater.

Emergency services attended and following a search, a body and vehicle was recovered on Monday, 23 October.

There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, his family said: "Peter was a very kind, loyal and hardworking man. He was a much-loved son, brother, uncle, partner and friend. Our family are absolutely devastated by this horrific and tragic accident.

“We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the first responders and all of the emergency services teams involved in what was a particularly challenging rescue, due to the weather and environmental factors surrounding the incident. Their continued efforts over the past few days has been so greatly appreciated.

“We would like to ask for privacy while we come to terms with this incredible loss.”