A father and his 12-year-old son who went missing in the Scottish Highlands likely died from a fall, police have confirmed. Tom Parry, 49, and his son Richie, from Cheshire, were reported missing after failing to return home on Wednesday following a hillwalking trip to Glen Nevis and Glen Coe.
Their car was found in the Three Sisters car park in Glen Coe on Tuesday. Rescuers recovered two bodies from Stob Coire nan Lochan at around 7.25pm on Wednesday. The bodies have been formally identified as the Parrys. Police stated there were no suspicious circumstances and the deaths are being treated as the result of a fall.
In a statement issued through Police Scotland, Gemma Parry paid tribute: “Tom was a caring and loving father to his children and a loving husband to me, his wife. Richie was an energetic, loving boy who loved his quizzes, maths, and sports. He always cared for others as well, no matter what.” She thanked the emergency services and the community of Alsager in Cheshire for their support.
Inspector Katy Duncan of Police Scotland said: “Our thoughts remain with the Parry family at what is a very difficult time for them. We would like to thank everyone who responded to our appeal, to all emergency services and mountain rescue volunteers.” A report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal.
