Scottish businessman found dead in Kenya

A scottish businessman who has been missing in Kenya has been found dead.

Campbell Scott, from Murali, was attending a conference at JW Marriott Hotel in Nairobi, when he was last seen by colleagues on 16 February.

The 58 -year -old credit scoring firm was a senior director in FICO. His employer confirmed the BBC on Monday that his body was identified by the local police.

A spokesperson of the firm said that employees were “destroyed” by news.

He said: “Campbell was a leader in our international score business.

“He joined FICO in 2014 and played an important role in starting scores in new markets and growing his business with the current partnership. We mourn his death and remember his humor and kindness.

“Our views are with Campbell’s family and friends. We ask that the media respects their privacy.”

Mr. Scott studied at Woodmill High School at Dunfarmline and Kirchkali Technical College, which was going to work for several companies before joining FICO.

JW Marriott Hotel is located in the Westland district of Nairobi, which is a rich business area.

According to the newspaper report, the police started a discovery after his disappearance and assisted by Interpol.

The UK Foreign Office has been contacted for comment.