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Tributes to ‘lovely’ Rangers fan as friends ‘heartbroken’ after remains found at Loch Lomond

By Jordan Shepherd,Ryan Carroll

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Tributes to 'lovely' Rangers fan as friends 'heartbroken' after remains found at Loch Lomond

Tributes have been paid to a Rangers fan after his remains were discovered at a Loch Lomond beauty spot.

Graham Wright, 38, was reported missing on Monday, August 25, after last being seen at around noon on Wednesday, August 20 on Cumberland Street. A search was launched before police were called to Rubha Dubh, near Firkin Point, after a member of the public made the discovery on September 13.

Officers confirmed that the remains had been identified as belonging to Graham, who was affectionately known to friends at ‘Dude’. The death is still being treated as unexplained, and his family has been informed, reports the Record

Graham’s loved ones have been left devastated following the tragic news and tributes have flooded in on social media.

Collette Hughes added: “I’m deeply saddened to hear that the human remains found on Loch Lomond have been identified as Dude. My thoughts are with his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace wee bear.”

Laura Martin said: “So heartbreaking, one of the first people I met when moved to Gorbals years back, such a genuine nice boy. The days we hung about park drinking as teens. Sending love and prayers to all family.”

David Clarke said: “Wee Graham Wright (dude) grown up with this boy hung about with him for years in same block of 200 Sandiefield. So so sad to hear about this heartbreaking news. RIP wee man YNWA Dude.”

Colette Wheeler said: “Rip Dude some mad memories in school. Sleep tight.” Jodie Docherty said: “Had some mad nights with you back in the day. Rest easy Graham Wright.”

John Mccann said: “Pure sad. Lovely wee guy thoughts are with all the family.” Stewart Tannock wrote: “RIP Graeme, your mum will be watching over you now.” Robyn Letham added: “Rip Graham Wright. Absolutely gutted. Rest easy dude xxx”

An investigation into the death continues with detectives and local officers being supported by specialist resources, including the dog unit, air support unit as well as the dive and marine unit. Extensive enquiries are ongoing and officers are appealing for anyone with any information to come forward.

Detective Superintendent Peter Sharp said: “Our thoughts are with Graham’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time and they are being supported by specialist officers. It is vital we get answers for them and extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish how his remains came to be on the shore of Loch Lomond.

“A dedicated team of officers are carrying out investigations, including door-to-door enquiries and examining all available CCTV footage in the area. The area can be busy with visitors and dog walkers, and I would urge anyone who was staying in the area to come forward, as any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is, could prove vital.

“Please think back – do you remember seeing anything out of the ordinary whilst in the area? I am also keen to hear from anyone who was driving in the area, specifically on the A82, between Monday, 1 September, 2025 and Saturday, 13 September, 2025, as you may have dashcam footage that could help our investigation.

“We are also appealing for information from anyone who was onboard a boat, or any other vessel, or anyone who may have been using the water near to Firkin Point for any purpose around this time. If you have information or CCTV, or could help with our investigation please come forward.

“A significant amount of resources have been dedicated to this investigation and searches of the area will continue. Please be reassured we are doing everything we can to get answers and there will be a large police presence as these enquiries continue.”

Superintendent Mark Stirling said: “I would like to extend my sympathies to Graham’s family and friends as they try to come to terms with their loss. We understand the significant impact this will have on the local community and I would like to thank everyone for their help so far.

“We will have additional patrols in the area to offer reassurance, this includes uniformed and plain-clothed officers from the local division, as well as national resources. If anyone has any concerns, or information, please speak to officers.”

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