An elderly man who was reported missing after a car crash last night has been traced.
John Miller, 75, was understood to have a head injury following the smash near Arbroath.
The accident happened at about 7pm on the A835 near Denhead of Arbirlot and Mr Miller hadn’t been seen since.
Police said officers carried out a search of the area last night in a bid to trace the pensioner.
Locals near to the site spoke of seeing helicopters and ambulance crews join the search.
However, this morning he was found.
A statement from Police Scotland read: “Police Scotland can confirm that John Miller, 75, from the Arbroath area has been traced safe and well.
“His green Honda CRV motor car was found unattended following a single vehicle road accident near to Denhead of Arbirlot Farm, Arbroath, which occurred about 7pm last night. Police carried out a number of searches following concern for his welfare.
“Thank you for your assistance and concern.”