Police name man whose body was found on south Perthshire road

29-year-old Stephen Speedie was pronounced dead at the scene after Police were called to reports of concern for a person on Friday 13 June

Author: Paul KellyPublished 16th Jun 2025

A man whose body was found on a south Perthshire road has been named as 29-year-old Stephen Speedie from Perth.

Police were called to reports of concern for a person on the Dunning to Kinross Road at around 7am on Friday 13 June.

Stephen was pronounced dead at the scene.

A post-mortem examination has been carried out and the death is being treated as murder.

Two men charged in connection with 29-year-old's death

Two men, aged 36 and 42, have been arrested and charged in connection with the death. They are due to appear at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday, 16 June.

A 40-year-old woman was also arrested and has been released pending further investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Carron McKellar said: “Our thoughts are with Stephen’s family and friends at what is an extremely difficult time. Officers are offering support and keeping them updated with the progress of our investigation.

"We believe this was an isolated incident"

“I understand this incident will be concerning for the local community however I’d like to reassure them, we believe this was an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.

“Additional officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns or information can approach them or call 101.”

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0592 of 13 June, 2025. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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