A body has been discovered during the search for a missing pensioner in Orkney.
The discovery was made in the Stromness area at around 9pm on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Formal identification has not yet taken place, but the family of Arthur Alexander Robertson, also known as Sandy, has been informed.
The 72-year-old had been reported missing from Stenness on Sunday, November 1.
Police Statement
Police Scotland said there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. In a statement, the force said: "The body of a man was found in the Stromness area around 9pm on Tuesday, 3 November, 2026. He is yet to be formally identified. However, the family of 72-year-old Arthur Alexander Robertson, known as Sandy, who had been reported missing in the area has been informed."
"There are no apparent suspicious circumstances and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal in due course."
Next Steps
A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal following the discovery.
