28/07/2015

Missing Teenage Scouts Found 'Safe And Well'

Five 13-year-old scouts reported missing on Monday after in south-west Scotland, have been found 'safe and well'.

The four boys and one girl had been hiking in Ae Forest when they were reported missing. Initial reports said that the teenagers were equipped with adequate clothing and torches.

Police reported that the teenagers had been found and "brought to safety".

No further details have been released.

(MH/CD)

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