The search for a 15-year-old boy who went missing in the River North Esk in Angus has entered its third day, with emergency services continuing to scour the area.
The teenager was reported missing at around 5pm on Saturday, July 15, after getting into difficulty near Gannochy Bridge in Edzell village. Police Scotland, HM Coastguard, and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have been involved in the operation.
On Sunday, the fire service confirmed it had left the scene but had deployed three appliances and specialist resources near the Blue Door River Walk until about 10.50pm. A police spokesperson said on Monday morning that searches were ongoing and the boy's next of kin had been informed.
The area, known as the Blue Door Walk near the Rocks of Solitude, is popular with dog walkers and swimmers, especially during warmer months. Specialist helicopters and ground teams have been seen searching the river and surrounding woodland.
