OAP IS SHOT DEAD AS HE WALKS DOG

Locals tell of shock as police launch murder probe over death of Brian, 65

-  JON HEBDITCH

A MURDER probe has been launched after a man was shot dead as he walked his dog on a remote track. 

Brian Low, 65, was killed while out with his pet in the Pitilie area on the outskirts of Aberfeldy in Perthshire on Saturday morning.

Emergency crews raced to the area but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Brian’s death is being treated as murder and detectives are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

His family is aware and are being supported by specialist officers.

Brian had retired last year after working as a groundskeeper for more than 20 years at Edradynate estate.

Managing director Jamie Campbell said he was a “cherished” colleague and staff have been left devastated by his death.