The brother of an Aberdeenshire man murdered in his home has led a fresh appeal for information almost six months on from the tragedy.
Brian McKandie was bludgeoned to death at his home at Fairview Cottages, Badenscoth on Friday 11 or Saturday March 12 and was found dead there on the latter date.
He added: “It has been almost six months since Brian was murdered and it is still incredibly difficult without him especially given the circumstances in which he died.
“Somebody must know what happened to Brian and we would ask them to look to their conscience and call the police.”
It comes as investigators revealed fresh DNA evidence has been uncovered in Mr MacKandie’s cottage following months of forensic investigations.
Detective Chief Inspector Iain Smith said: “An extensive forensic examination of Brian’s address has resulted in the recovery of forensic evidence.”
He could not elaborate on what the DNA evidence is.
Detectives are still seeking a boxy red or burgundy estate – which may be a Volvo – seen at his home near Rothienorman on the Friday between 1.30pm and 2pm.
Two men seen near his address at the time are also being sought.
One is described as between 40 and 50 years of age, with a heavy build and dark hair.
The otheris believed to be aged between 20 and 30 and is described as being thin.
