A man who died after his car was swept away during the Storm Babet floods has been named by police.
The body of Peter Pelling was recovered by officers on Monday after his vehicle reportedly got trapped in floodwater near Marykirk in Aberdeenshire during the early hours of Friday.
Police Scotland said there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
In a statement released through the force, his family said: “Peter was a very kind, loyal and hardworking man.
“He was a much-loved son, brother, uncle, partner and friend. Our family are absolutely devastated by this horrific and tragic accident.”
Emergency services launched a search for Mr Pelling after the alarm was raised at around 3am on Friday. His body and vehicle were recovered on Monday.
His family added: “We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the first responders and all of the emergency services teams involved in what was a particularly challenging rescue, due to the weather and environmental factors surrounding the incident.
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“Their continued efforts over the past few days has been so greatly appreciated.
“We would like to ask for privacy while we come to terms with this incredible loss.”
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Why Storm Babet brought so much rain
Seven people across the UK are believed to have died as a result of Storm Babet, which brought immense rain and devastating flooding to parts of the country.
Wendy Taylor, 57, was swept away in the Water of Lee, Glen Esk, on Thursday.
Ms Taylor was described by her family as a “ray of sunshine” and a “beautiful, kind, funny and caring person”.
John Gillan, 56, also died on Thursday after a tree struck his van on the B9127 at Whigstreet, south of Forfar in Angus.
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