A Scots family have been left heartbroken after their 'amazing' five-year-old daughter died suddenly following what they thought was a vomiting bug.
08.02.2023 - 11:19 / dailyrecord.co.uk
Scots cops have charged a "transgender" butcher of the disappearance of a schoolgirl who vanished for more than 27 hours in the Borders.
Police earlier confirmed that Andrew George Miller was being interviewed by officers after the 11-year-old was found at an address in the Galashiels area on Monday night.
Miller is a local butcher who also identifies as a woman called Amy George.
Police said on Wednesday morning the 53-year-old had now been charged and is expected to appear at Selkirk Sheriff Court on Thursday, February 9.
Chief Superintendent Catriona Paton, Lothians and Scottish Borders commander, said: "I want to thank the public for their huge effort and assistance during this incident. The people of Galashiels really came together and supported each other, the emergency services and search teams.
“We believe this incident to be contained and enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
"There will be increased high visibility patrols in the streets to provide reassurance and advice to the public, and anyone with concerns can speak to an officer at any time."
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