Body found in search for missing Midlothian man Kenny Allan

Police in Midlothian have confirmed that a man's body has been found as part of the ongoing inquiries to trace Kenny Allan.

Kenny Allan. Picture: Police Scotland

The 46-year-old had last been seen around 9.50 a.m. on Friday within an address in Komarom Place and a missing person investigation launched to trace him.

Officers searching in the Dalkeith area discovered the body at around 11 a.m yesterday.

Formal identification has yet to take place, however, Mr Allan’s family have been informed.

Police said there appears to be no suspicious circumstances and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

Inspector John Dryden from Dalkeith Police Station said: “While we are still awaiting formal identification we have liaised with Mr Allan’s family and will continue to provide them with all the necessary support they require at this time.

“I would like to thank our communities for their assistance during this investigation.”