Body found in search for Scottish teen who disappeared wearing walking gear
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A body has been found in search of a missing Scottish teen who was last seen wearing walking gear in the Scottish Borders.
Margaret Grigor was last seen on foot in the Melrose area at around 4.30pm on Tuesday, June 17, reports The Record.
The 18-year-old was was last seen on foot and officers were concerned for her welfare.
Police have confirmed a body has been found in a wooded area on the outskirts of Ancrum in the Borders.
Formal identification is yet to take place, however Margaret's family have been informed.
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There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "The body of a woman has been found in a wooded area on the outskirts of Ancrum.
"Formal identification is yet to take place however the family of Margaret Grigor, reported missing in Melrose on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, has been informed.
"There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal."
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