Edward Jackson, who was reported missing on Harris yesterday

Edward Jackson, who was reported missing on Harris yesterday

Rescuers searching for a missing walker in the Western Isles have found a body.

Police Scotland said the body was found this afternoon after extensive searches for Ted Jackson, who had been reported missing yesterday on Harris.

Hebrides Search and Rescue members were joined by Coastguard staff and police dog handlers after the 55-year-old was reported missing.

Mr Jackson had last been seen on Saturday on the path between Maraig and Urgha in North Harris.

The man, from Preston, Lancashire, was on a walking holiday on the island.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Next of kin have been informed. No further details are available.”

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