Search for owner of rucksack found at summit of Munro

The black Lowepro rucksack was discovered on Saturday at the summit of Stob a' Choire Odhair in Argyll.

Search for owner of rucksack found at summit of Munro Police Scotland

Police are searching for the owner of a rucksack which was found near the summit of a Munro in Argyll.

The black Lowepro rucksack was discovered on Saturday at the summit of Stob a’ Choire Odhair, The Black Mount, Bridge of Orchy.

The 30l capacity bag contained items of clothing, food and water inside, with other items suggesting the bag was being used by a photographer. 

Police say they have not received any reports of missing people in the area, but are keen to trace the bag’s owner.

Sergeant Nigel McDonald said: “The bag has been at the summit since Saturday, April 24. 

“Police Scotland’s Mountain Rescue Team together with support from the search helicopter and other specialist resources have been conducting searches of the area but have not yet traced the owner.

“We have not received any reports of missing people in the area, however we are keen to trace the owner to ensure they are safe and well. 

“If you are the owner of the rucksack, could you please contact police on 101.”

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