Body found in search for Scot missing in Portugal
Greg Monks, 38, disappeared in Albufeira last month, reportedly during a stag party.
Portuguese police said on Wednesday the body of a 38-year-old man had been found in the search for a missing Scottish tourist.
The Policia Judiciaria said the body was located in the Cerro de Aguia area.
Police said the 38-year-old's disappearance was reported to the Guarda Nacional Republicana on May 28 at around 8pm by a man who was on holiday with him.
Authorities said a post-mortem examination will take place in due course.
A Foreign Office spokesperson said: 'We are supporting the family of a British man reported missing in Portugal and are in contact with the local authorities.'
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