Body found in estuary confirmed as missing woman

A body found in an estuary has been formally identified as that of a woman reported missing after getting stuck in mud.

Shona Campbell, 74, was walking on the shore of the Solway Firth when she called 999 to report getting into difficulty in the mud at about 5pm on Monday.

Police Scotland said she was walking near West Moss-Side Caravan Park in Cummertrees, near Annan in Dumfries and Galloway, where she was staying while visiting the area.

The force said a body was found at around 5.40pm on Tuesday in the firth at Cummertrees.

It confirmed on Wednesday afternoon it was that of Ms Campbell.

A spokesperson said her death is being treated as unexplained but it is not believed to be suspicious.

A report will now be submitted to the procurator fiscal.