Scotland(Parliament Politics Magazine) – A body has been recovered from the River Dee in Aberdeen during the search for Victoria McGloin, who went missing four days ago. Police Scotland confirmed the family had been informed, that there were no suspicious circumstances, and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Body Recovered from River Dee in Aberdeen
A body was found in the River Dee, Aberdeen, in connection with the search for Victoria McGloin, who was last seen walking near the river in the Hardgate area around 4 pm on Sunday, 19 October 2025. The discovery was confirmed by Police Scotland on Thursday, 23 October 2025. Although formal identification of the recovered body has not yet taken place, the family of Victoria McGloin has been informed of the development.
Police Statement on the Investigation
As reported by Police Scotland,
“There are no apparent suspicious circumstances surrounding the discovery,”
and the matter is being treated as tragic but non-suspicious. Police further stated that a full report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal in due course to oversee the legal proceedings following the case. The police continue to work closely with the family at this difficult time.
Details About Victoria McGloin
Victoria McGloin, aged 46, was last seen in the Hardgate area of Aberdeen. Prior to the discovery, Police Scotland had issued an appeal for information from the public to help locate her. She was described as approximately 5ft 2ins tall, of medium build, with red-brown shoulder-length hair, and known to wear glasses. When last seen, she was wearing a black raincoat, a white ‘Sydney’ t-shirt, a purple hooded jumper, trousers, and blue ankle-height walking boots.
Inspector Craig Murray said this disappearance was highly unusual for Victoria, prompting growing concerns for her welfare before the body was found. Police urged anyone with information to assist in the investigation during the period she was missing.
Community Reaction and Support
The news of Victoria McGloin’s passing has saddened the Aberdeen community, which rallied behind the family in the days following her disappearance. Authorities have expressed sympathy and called for respect and privacy while investigations proceed and the family grieves.
Emergency responders and search teams worked intensively since the initial missing persons report, highlighting the dedication of local services in responding to urgent welfare searches.
Ongoing Inquiry and Legal Process
While the recovery marks a significant and heartbreaking moment in the case, the investigation will continue to establish the full circumstances leading to Victoria McGloin’s death. Police have reiterated that there was no reason to suspect foul play.
The Procurator Fiscal, charged with examining sudden or unexplained deaths in Scotland, will oversee the next stages of the inquiry. This will include any autopsy or other formal investigations needed to establish a cause.
The discovery of a body in River Dee related to missing Aberdeen woman Victoria McGloin has brought sorrow to her loved ones and the local community. Police Scotland continues to manage the case sensitively, ensuring a thorough investigation while respecting the family’s privacy during this difficult time.