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Scottish Tourist Greg Monks Found Dead in Albufeira Ravine

Portuguese police believe a fall caused by disorientation after heavy drinking led to his death; investigators now await autopsy results.

38-year-old Greg Monks' body was found after a week-long search in Portugal
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Overview

  • Policia Judiciaria and Albufeira GNR officers located Monks’ body in steep terrain at Cerro de Águia on June 4 after retracing his last known route.
  • Authorities say Monks likely lost his bearings and fell over a wall while intoxicated, with no signs pointing to criminal involvement.
  • An autopsy at the Institute of Forensic Medicine will determine the official cause of death and conclude the judicial inspection.
  • Monks’ parents and girlfriend flew from Glasgow to join volunteers in the week-long search and set up a GoFundMe that raised over £21,550.
  • The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office is supporting the family and liaising with local authorities as inquiries continue.