A search lasting more than three months for a man missing from Douglas has ended with the discovery of his remains on the shores of south-west Scotland.
Police last night confirmed that remains washed ashore in Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway more than a week ago, were those of Peter Merritt.
The 48-year old, who was known as 'Bob', was reported missing by his family in early December last year.
Extensive inquiries by police and appeals for help in tracing him drew a blank .
It's understood there are no suspicious circumstances and the Corner has been informed.
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