A 44-year-old man has been arrested following the death of a 36-year-old man in Ellon.
Around 8.35pm on Wednesday, 9 October, 2024, officers were made aware of the death of Martin Forgie within a property in Gordon Place.
His family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
A post mortem examination will be carried out in due course.
Mr Forgie was from Maud, Aberdeenshire.
In a statement released through Police Scotland, his family said: “Martin was a much loved son, brother, father, nephew, grandson and uncle. He will be greatly missed.
“We ask for our privacy as a family to be respected at this difficult time.”
The 44-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death and enquiries are continuing.
Detective Inspector Rory Campbell said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Forgie’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
“Officers will remain in the area while enquiries are carried out.
“Anyone with information can speak to them, call 101 quoting reference 3400 of Wednesday, 9 October, 2024 or phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
