Arbroath, Scotland, Has Been Identified As Minnie

She was discovered just after midnight on Monday at the Elliot industrial estate in the Angus town while her family were camping in the area. Minnie was taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, where she later died. In a statement released via Police Scotland on Wednesday, her family said: “We are devastated with the loss of our beloved, absolutely incredible, beautiful and brave Minnie Moo.

Our family asks that our privacy is respected at this extremely difficult time. A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with her death and is due to appear at Forfar Sheriff Court on Wednesday. Police have said Minnie and the man were known to each other and they are not looking for anyone else.

Detective Inspector Mike Ness of Police Scotland’s major investigation team said: Our thoughts remain with those affected by these events. A police presence will remain in the area while our inquiries continue. Anyone with any concerns, or information, should approach these officers or contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0008 of Monday, August 3 2026. West Yorkshire Police are supporting the probe.

At the industrial estate on Monday, a blue forensic tent was set up on a grassy verge outside Halliburton Arbroath manufacturing facility, with the area taped off and officers guarding the scene. A bouquet of flowers was placed near the police cordon. Councillor Lois Speed, for Arbroath East and Lunan, called the news heartbreaking” and expressed the shock within the community this morning.