Police Scotland said today that at 2.45pm yesterday, 5 August, the body of a man was recovered from an address in Panbrae Road, Bo’ness.
Officers believe that these are the remains of Arnold Mouat who was reported missing on Friday 7 July and Mr Mouat is no longer being treated as a missing person.
His death is currently being treated as unexplained, however the circumstances are not believed to be suspicious. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
Superintendent Martin Fotheringham of Forth Valley Division said: “This is a tragic set of circumstances and our thoughts and sympathies are with the Mouat family as they come to terms with their loss.
“Following a review of our response to this incident, Police Scotland has referred this matter to the Police Investigations & Review Commissioner.
“We will provide them with all the necessary assistance and support they require during their investigation.”
“I would like to thank those members of the public and media who responded to our appeal for information, in particular those who assisted with searching for Mr Mouat.
“We are continuing to support Mr Mouat’s family with dedicated family liaison officers and will continue to offer any assistance we can throughout this difficult time.”
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