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Family tribute to father and son hillwalkers who died in Glencoe

Around 7.25pm on Wednesday, 29 May, 2024 two bodies were recovered from Stob Coire Nan Lochan, Glencoe.

They have now been identified as father and son, Tom Parry, 49, and Richie Parry, 12, from Cheshire.

Gemma Parry has released the following statement:

“Tom was a caring and loving father to his children and a loving husband to me, his wife Gemma. Richie was an energetic, loving boy who loved his quizzes, maths, and sports. He always cared for others as well no matter what”.

“We would like to take this chance to thank the Scottish and Cheshire police as well as the mountain rescue service along with all the other emergency services involved in finding Richie and Tom”.

“We would also like to say to the press to give me and my family some privacy during this time of grieving”.

“We would also like to thank to thank the community of Alsager and all of our family friends who have helped us and supported us throughout this time”.

“Tom and Richie will be sadly missed and never forgotten”.

There are no suspicious circumstances and their deaths are being treated as the result of a fall. A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Inspector Katy Duncan said: “Our thoughts remain with the Parry family at what is a very difficult time for them.

“We would like to thank everyone who responded to our appeal, to all emergency services and Mountain Rescue volunteers.”

Appeal to help identify man whose body was discovered in Glencoe

Police are appealing to the public to help identify a man whose body was discovered within water at Lochan Na Craoibhe, Glencoe, around 6.30pm on Wednesday (29 June 2022).

He is described as a white male, aged between 40-60 years-old with dark hair.

When he was found, he was wearing a Regatta blue lightweight waterproof jacket, size XL, a Pep&Co purple/mauve t-shirt with a graphic of palm trees, size XXL and black Gelert walking boots, size 10.

A post mortem examination will be carried out to establish the exact cause of death and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

Detective Sergeant Louise Thewlis, of Aviemore Police Office, said: “Extensive police enquiries are continuing to identify this man. Despite our investigations, we have not been able to establish who he is, and we are appealing to the public for any assistance so we can notify his next-of-kin.

“I would urge anyone who recognises his description to please come forward.

“I’m also appealing for witnesses who may have been in the local area in the past week.

“Alternatively, if you have concerns about a male family member or friend who matches this description, and has not been in contact, then please let us know.”

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting reference number 2817 of Wednesday, 29 June, 2022.