The body of a man and a dog have been found in the search for missing hillwalker Kyle Sambrook.
The 33-year-old was last seen with his beagle called Bane in the Lost Valley area of Glencoe last weekend.
Police Scotland have now said the bodies of a man and dog were recovered by mountain rescue teams and the Coastguard on Saturday afternoon.
Though formal identification has yet to take place, tributes to the missing hiker have rushed in.
Posting to Facebook, Sarah MK, who aided the search, said: “Kyle’s Family have thanked all involved in searching for Kyle and Bane and requested that their privacy be respected at this time.
“ My thoughts are with all Kyle’s family and friends right now. He really was one of the most nicest lads [sic] you could ever meet and his passing will effect many. RIP Kyle & Bane you will be missed dearly.”
Meanwhile, friend Matty Bell wrote: “Rest in peace Kyle Sambrook absolute top lad and awesome footballer will sadly be missed x”
Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team added: “Our thoughts are with the family of Kyle Sambrook and Bane at this sad time. A sad day for Glencoe MRT and all the other rescue teams involved.”
Mr Sambrook left his home in West Yorkshire on Saturday February 18, to walk and wild camp in Glencoe.
Concern was raised for his welfare after he failed to return home on Tuesday as planned.
The force said in a statement: “Formal identification has yet to take place, however the family of missing man Kyle Sambrook have been informed.
“They wish to thank all involved in the search and have requested their privacy be respected.
“Our thoughts are with Kyle’s family as we support them at this difficult time.”
