Police dogs and mountain rescue teams join search for London man missing near Aviemore

Police dogs and mountain rescue teams have joined the search for a man from London who has been reported missing near Aviemore.

Marc Drostle travelled to the area on December 12 and was reported missing on December 21.

The 28-year-old was seen on December 19 and December 21 in the Abernethy National Nature Reserve near Nethy Bridge.

He is believed to have been seen in the Anagach Woods area near Grantown around 3pm on Christmas Eve.

Marc has not been seen since, and his friends and family have been described as “extremely upset and concerned” by his disappearance.

He is described as white, around 5ft 9in tall, with a slim build and dark hair. He is believed to be wearing a black puffer jacket and carrying a blue rucksack.

Police say he is known to walk long distances and could be following the course of the River Spey heading to Moray.

Inspector Craig Johnstone said: “Since Marc was reported missing on Saturday, December 21, we have been carrying out extensive searches and enquiries.

“Officers, led by specialist search advisors, have been assisted by police dogs and local mountain rescue teams. Our partner agencies are also helping with searches.

“Despite these efforts and previous appeals, we have yet to trace him. His family and friends are extremely upset and concerned by his disappearance.

“We are grateful for any assistance from the public in sharing our appeal and reporting any sightings or information that may help.

“Marc is known to walk long distances and we urge anyone who may have seen someone matching his description to contact us.

“He could be following the course of the River Spey heading to Moray, and we ask anyone who lives or walks near the river, or anyone fishing there, to report any sightings.

“We also urge people with any cabins, outbuildings or sheds to check them in case Marc has sought shelter from the weather conditions.

“Anyone with sightings or information of where Marc may be should call Police Scotland on 101 and quote reference 1774 of December 21.”