**Tragic End for Scotsman Missing After Portugal Stag Do: Heartbreak as Body Discovered**
The family and friends of Greg Monks, a 38-year-old from Cambuslang near Glasgow, have been left devastated following the grim discovery of his body after he vanished while attending a stag do in Portugal’s Algarve region. Just hours after Greg’s arrival in the sunny holiday destination with his friends, what was meant to be a celebratory trip took a tragic turn.
A photograph, believed to be the final image of Greg before his disappearance, shows him smiling and relaxed, dressed in a dark Nike tracksuit. Reportedly taken as the group prepared to leave their hotel at Novochoro Apartments and head towards pubs in Albufeira, the image now stands as a poignant reminder of the night’s beginnings.
Greg was last seen on the evening of last Tuesday, after spending several hours socialising and drinking with friends. He decided to make his way back to the accommodation alone. That was the last time any of his group would see him, setting in motion a search that would spread across the following week.
CCTV footage later revealed Greg had ended up in the residential suburb of Cerro de Aguia, roughly four miles from the bustling bar scene and around a half-hour from his apartment. The footage, along with the abrupt nature of his disappearance, prompted a major search effort. Greg’s parents and girlfriend flew out to Portugal, joining authorities and friends in the urgent campaign to locate him.
Yesterday, Portuguese police confirmed that a body had been found as part of this search. Local sources indicated that authorities suspect Greg became disorientated after drinking, eventually falling to his death in the unfamiliar terrain. The area in question, Cerro de Aguia, is described as being about an hour away from the spot Greg last separated from his friends, raising questions over the route he may have taken and how he ended up so far from the planned path.
Reports suggest the body was discovered several days after Greg went missing, with the hot temperatures in the region accelerating decomposition. A police spokesperson commented on the emerging findings: “At present, there is no evidence to suggest that this death was the result of foul play. However, a full autopsy will be necessary before any final conclusions are drawn.”
The prevailing theory among investigators is that Greg, impaired by alcohol and caught out by an unfamiliar setting, may have attempted to take a shortcut, resulting in a fatal fall after scaling a wall or fence.
News of Greg’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from his family and those who knew him. His sister, Jilian, paid tribute online, describing her brother as “an amazing boy” who was loved by all, always quick to bring laughter into any room. “We are absolutely devastated. Greg was friends with everyone and always found a way to make us smile. We’ll miss him every day.”
Jilian also took a moment to thank the many people who had rallied behind the search, sharing messages online and helping comb the area for clues. “The support we have received has been out of this world,” she wrote. “If love could have saved you, you would live forever. Miss you forever, brother.”
The local authorities continue their investigation, hoping to shed further light on the exact circumstances of Greg’s final hours. However, all indications suggest this was a tragic accident rather than the result of any criminal activity.
This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the potential risks faced when travelling abroad, particularly after consuming alcohol and navigating unfamiliar areas. The thoughts of many across both Scotland and Portugal are with Greg’s loved ones as they mourn his passing and await clear answers.