Police searching for a missing veteran from Edinburgh have found his car in the Trossachs and believe he may now be on foot. Murray Poole, 38, also known as Muzz, was last heard from at 8.15am on Tuesday, November 3, and is understood to have last been seen in the West Colonsay View area of the capital.
Car located near Loch Ard
Police Scotland has confirmed that his grey Volvo was found near Loch Ard, Aberfoyle, at around 12.45pm on Tuesday. Officers now believe Murray may be on foot in the area and are appealing to hillwalkers and mountain bikers who may have seen him.
Murray is described as around 6ft 2ins tall, of heavy build, with a bald head and dark brown facial hair. It is not known what he could be wearing.
Appeal for information
Inspector Alasdair Moreland said: “We are growing increasingly concerned for Murray’s welfare and following further enquiries we now know he may be on foot in the Loch Ard area. I would therefore appeal to any hillwalkers or mountain bikers who have been in this area today and have seen anyone matching Murray’s description to come forward with information. Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0707 of November 3, 2026.”
A statement from veteran media service Beacon Alert reads: "We are urgently appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of Murray Poole (known as Muzz), aged 38, a veteran who has been reported missing in Scotland. Murray has been missing since the morning of Tuesday, November 3, having last been seen in the Edinburgh area."
The statement adds: "There are extremely serious concerns for Murray's welfare following a distressing message sent to his brother before contact was lost. Anyone travelling through Stirling, Perthshire, Aberfeldy or the Scottish Highlands is asked to remain vigilant for Murray or his vehicle. We are asking our Beacon community, particularly our veterans and service families across Scotland to help spread this appeal. Time is critical, and even the smallest piece of information could help bring Murray home safely."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0707 of November 3, 2026.
