Missing pensioner traced safe and well after dog search

A pensioner has been found safe and well after a major search operation was launched to find her.

Specialist search teams and dog units were sent out to look for 71-year-old Margaret Taylor from Alford after she was reported missing last night.

A police statement said: “Police Scotland are pleased to announce that Margaret Taylor has been traced safe and well.

“The public are thanked for their assistance in this matter.”