Human remains discovered in Argyll and Bute have been confirmed as those of missing Scot Tony Parsons.
The 66-year-old, from Tillicoultry, vanished during a charity bike ride in 2017 in Fort William.
The remains were discovered near Bridge of Orchy, during a detailed search of a remote site close to where he was last seen.
Parsons had been missing since Friday, September 29, 2017.
He had embarked on a charity cycle. He travelled from his Wee County home to Fort William, with the intention of cycling home. He was reported missing on Monday, October 2, 2017.
Parsons travelled south on the A82 and was last seen around 11.30pm that night outside the Bridge of Orchy Hotel.
On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, specialist search officers, supported by forensic scientists, discovered the remains in an area of ground close to a farm near the A82 at Bridge of Orchy.
Huge efforts were made to recover the remains before a post mortem helped establish Mr Parson’s identity.
His family have been made aware and officers are in regular contact with them.
The inquiry is being led by detectives from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, supporting local officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Sommerville said: “This is a difficult and challenging investigation given the remote location and the extreme weather conditions faced by the team.
“We will support Mr Parsons’ family through this very difficult and distressing time as the investigation into his death continues.
“I would like to repeat my thanks to everyone who has assisted our enquiries so far and again urge anyone who may be able to help to come forward."
On Wednesday, December 30, 2020, two men, both aged 29, were arrested and then released pending further enquiries in connection with the disappearance of Mr Parsons.
Anyone with information can to contact Police Scotland via 101.
