A BODY has been found in a section of woods during the search for a missing teenager.
Margaret Grigor, 18, disappeared from Melrose in the Scottish Borders yesterday afternoon.
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A major search was launched after she was reported missing from the town.
Cops previously told how they were growing “increasingly concerned” for her welfare.
Anyone with information was urged to get in touch if they knew where she could be.
Tragically, a body was found in the woods on the outskirts of the village of Ancrum, 11 miles away from Melrose.
The devastating find was made earlier today.
Although the woman has yet to be formally identified, Margaret’s family have been informed.
Cops probing the tragedy say there are no suspicious circumstances.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “The body of a woman has been found in a wooded area on the outskirts of Ancrum.
“Formal identification is yet to take place however the family of Margaret Grigor, reported missing in Melrose on Tuesday, 17 June, 2025, has been informed.
“There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.”
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