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John-Paul Clark

Body discovered on Scots roundabout as police probe 'unexplained' death

Police have launched a probe into an 'unexplained' death after a body was discovered at a roundabout in Aberdeen in the early hours of this morning.

Cops were alerted and attended the scene between Stoneywood Road and Victoria Street in Dyce at around 3.30am this morning. A body was discovered by officers on arrival.

The road has been closed off this morning, with police confirming an investigation has been launched into the incident.

Scotrail also confirmed that trains in and out of Aberdeen will face cancellations and alterations until midday as police deal with the incident.

Pictures from the scene show a number of police vehicles, with the surrounded area taped off. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were also in attendance.

Police closed the road earlier this morning. (Kellie McKee)

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 3.30am on Saturday, 17 September, 2022, police were called to the roundabout at Stoneywood Road and Victoria Street, Dyce, following the discovery of a body.

"The death is being treated as unexplained, pending further enquiries, which are at an early stage.”

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