Man who died after his car was swept away in water during Storm Babet named

A man who died after his car was swept away by a river near Marykirk during Storm Babet has been named by Police Scotland.

Peter Pelling, 61, from Arbroath was involved in the incident in the early hours of the morning on Friday October 20. 

The police had received a report of man trapped within a vehicle in floodwater at around 3am. 

A body and vehicle was recovered yesterday following a four day search by the emergency services. 

In a statement released through Police Scotland, his family said: "Peter was a very kind, loyal and hardworking man. He was a much-loved son, brother, uncle, partner and friend. Our family are absolutely devastated by this horrific and tragic accident.

“We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the first responders and all of the emergency services teams involved in what was a particularly challenging rescue, due to the weather and environmental factors surrounding the incident.

“Their continued efforts over the past few days has been so greatly appreciated.

“We would like to ask for privacy while we come to terms with this incredible loss.”

There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. 

His death comes after it was confirmed on Sunday Wendy Taylor of Taylor's Crisps died after being swept into a river on Thursday. 

Mr Pelling was the third death confirmed in the north-east during the storm which saw unprecedented rainfall.