Police Scotland Reopens Investigation into 2004 Murder of Banker Alistair Wilson
Chief Constable Jo Farrell reaffirms commitment to solving the case as a new team of detectives takes over the investigation.
- Alistair Wilson was fatally shot on his doorstep in Nairn, Scotland, in November 2004, and his killer has never been caught.
- Scotland's top law officer, Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC, announced a full reinvestigation with a new team of detectives and prosecutors.
- Wilson's family has criticized Police Scotland for its handling of the case, citing a lack of confidence in the force's ability to secure justice.
- Chief Constable Jo Farrell stated she has no immediate plans to meet with the Wilson family but emphasized the importance of the new investigating team building a relationship with them.
- A key aspect of the ongoing investigation includes a blue envelope with the name 'Paul' and a handgun believed to be brought to the UK post-World War II.