Body found in woods formally identified as missing Inverness man George Critch

Police have formally identified the body found in an Inverness wood as that of missing man George Critch.

His remains were discovered in Craig Phadrig Woods, around 7pm on Wednesday, July 7.

Police have now made a formal identification and say they believe there are no suspicious circumstances.

A spokesman said: “Police Scotland can now confirm that the body of a man found near Great Glen Way, within Craig Phadrig Woods, Inverness, on Wednesday, 7 July, has been formally identified as 63-year-old George Critch.

“His family have been informed and request that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.

“There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and a full report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal.”

A massive search got under way, involving a police helicopter, dogs coastguard volunteers and teams from mountain rescue after Mr Critch went missing on June 9.