Tributes have been paid in memory of an Airdrie grandad after a body was found by police following a search.
Martin Simpson, 54, disappeared from his home on Sunday night with the alarm raised when he failed to show up for work on Monday.
Police yesterday (Tuesday) confirmed that a body was found during the search for Martin, with his family made aware. There were no suspicious circumstances.
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Tributes have now poured in for Martin. His daughter Donna Cole posted on social media: "Thank you very much for everyone who has shared the post to help find our dad, unfortunately a body has been found and is confirmed as Martin
"You are loved more than you know, dad."
Friends also shared their heartbreak at the tragic news, paying tribute to the grandad.
Paula Stephen said: "Great guy RIP Simmy would have done anything for anybody. He was a great uncle especially to Kevin. Thinking of Cacs and his lovely daughters and the rest of his family."
Alex Forsyth added: "Smashing guy worked with him at Brannock sad sad news condolences to all the family god bless Simmy."
Leanne Wilson also paid tribute, saying: "Absolutely heartbreaking. Martin was a great man. Sending love to his family at this awful time."
Kate Fitzpatrick continued: "Sad day for all Simmys family and friends. Only had the pleasure of meeting him a few times, but always had a great gab and a laugh. Keeping all the family in my thoughts and prayers."
A Police Scotland statement read: "A body has been found during searches for Martin Simpson, 54, who had been reported missing from Airdrie. His family have been made aware.
"There are no suspicious circumstances and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."
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